Haitian police seize hijacked cargo ship after 5-hour shootout

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Haitian police recover hijacked cargo ship loaded with rice after 5-hour shootout with gang members, resulting in injuries and deaths. Gangs involved were named 5 Seconds and Taliban. Police also seized weapons in Cap-Hatien and issued a search warrant for firearms being sent from Miami.

Key Points

  • Recovery of ship Magalie loaded with rice after hijacking by 5 Seconds and Taliban gangs
  • Seizure of weapons and ammunition in Cap-Hatien
  • Search warrant issued for firearms being sent from Miami

Pros

  • Successful recovery of hijacked cargo ship
  • Confiscation of weapons and ammunition

Cons

  • Injuries to police officers
  • Deaths of gang members