"Haiti Police Unions Seek Assistance Amid Escalating Gang Violence"

Police in Haiti issue an urgent plea for help as armed gangs attempt to storm the country's main prison, with reports of significant inmate escapes. The escalating violence comes as gang leader Jimmy Cherizier seeks to overthrow Prime Minister Ariel Henry, prompting panic and disruptions in the capital. The prison, originally built for 700 inmates, currently holds over 3,600, leading to serious overcrowding. The situation adds to the ongoing security challenges in Haiti, where parliamentary and presidential elections have not taken place for almost a decade.