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Gang Gunfire Hits Spirit Airlines Flight NK951 to Haiti; Flight Attendant Injured

Nov 11, 2024, 08:30 PM

Spirit Airlines flight NK951 from Fort Lauderdale to Port-au-Prince was struck by gunfire on Monday while attempting to land in Haiti's capital, forcing the aircraft to divert to Santiago, Dominican Republic. A flight attendant was grazed by a bullet during the incident; no passengers were injured. The attack occurred as gangs opened fire at the aircraft, reflecting escalating gang violence in Port-au-Prince. As a result, airlines have canceled flights to Haiti, and the country's main airport has been temporarily closed. The U.S. State Department has warned of 'gang-led efforts' to halt travel to the nation.