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Last Updated: Feb 13, 2017 - 1:45:37 AM |
The
Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), José
Miguel Insulza, expressed his deepest sympathies and solidarity to the
Government and people of Haiti over the tragic and horrible accident
that marred this morning’s carnival festivities. According to the
Haitian authorities, at least 16 people were confirmed dead and 78 were
injured.
In doing so, he was joined by Assistant Secretary General and
President of the Group of Friends of Haiti, Albert Ramdin, who learned
“with great sadness and distress" of this morning’s tragedy.
In this moment of profound grief, the OAS leaders also wish to
convey their “most heartfelt condolences to the victims and their
families.”
For more information, please visit the OAS Website at www.oas.org.
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