Chief Charles claims eight suspects are still at large. And now says that only three of the commandos have been killed by police. Earlier in the day, Charles said seven were killed.
“We are going to bring them to justice,” the police chief emphasized.
The Haitian Americans were identified by Haitian officials as James Solages and Joseph Vincent. Solages, at age 35, is the youngest of the suspects. And his website self-describes him as a “certified diplomatic agent,” an advocate for children, and a budding politician.
Canada has confirmed that Solages was “briefly employed as a reserve bodyguard” at the Canadian Embassy in Haiti.
International Cooperation
Colombia’s government said it is cooperating with Haitian authorities at the highest levels. And they have identified at least 6 of the commandos, including 2 of those killed, as ex-soldiers who served in Columbia.
The State Department in the US said it was aware of reports that Haitian Americans were in custody but could not comment.
Meanwhile, Taiwan’s foreign ministry reported that the Haitian police arrested 11 armed suspects who attempted a break-in at the Taiwanese embassy early Thursday. No details were given.
