Massacre in Kenscoff: the town hall declares three days of mourning

The municipal council of Kenscoff has announced three days of communal mourning, from August 31 to September 2, in memory of the victims of the attack carried out by armed men from the criminal coalition "Viv Ansanm.

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Massacre in Kenscoff: the town hall declares three days of mourning

Un homme recouvre un cadavre à Kenscoff
Photo : CLARENS SIFFROY / AFP

The municipal council of Kenscoff has announced three days of communal mourning, from August 31 to September 2, in memory of the victims of the attack carried out by armed men from the criminal coalition "Viv Ansanm." This attack, which took place during the night of August 23 to 24, resulted in around forty deaths, including two municipal employees, as well as injuries and missing persons. In an official statement, Mayor Jean Massillon condemns these acts "with the utmost firmness" and calls on institutions, schools, organizations, and economic operators to observe a moment of reflection by refraining from any festive activities.<\/p>