"[br /][br /]ABC News' multiple requests for comment from the Haitian National Police and the Acting Haitian Prime Minister's Office have not been answered. [br /][br /][Ads /][br /]The National Penitentiary is Haiti's largest and most notorious prison, once housing everyone from gang leaders to corrupt politicians. [br /][br /]As chaos grips Haiti, the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince is urging Americans to leave now. "[br /][br /]"Our staff is having a hard time making it to work despite their desire to serve their country," Ulysse said. "[br /][br /][i]ABC News' Shannon Crawford, Will Gretsky and Helena Skinner contributed to this report.

Source: ABC News March 05, 2024 00:06 UTC