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Kidnapped American Woman and Child Rescued in Haiti

An American woman, Alix Dorsainvil, and her young child have been freed and are safe after being kidnapped in Haiti roughly two weeks ago. Dorsainvil, who works as a nurse for the nonprofit El Roi Haiti, was taken from the organization's compound outside of Port-au-Prince on July 27. The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for Haiti, warning of widespread kidnapping and violent crimes, including those targeting U.S. citizens.

3 years ago•Source: ABC News

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US Nurse and Daughter Safely Released After Kidnapping in Haiti

American nurse Alix Dorsainvil and her daughter have been released after being kidnapped in Haiti. The organization El Roi Haiti, where Dorsainvil works, confirmed their safe release and asked for privacy as they process and heal from the situation. The mother and daughter were abducted from the community ministry in Port-au-Prince.

via CNN