Messages for American Citizens
Demonstrations Near Champs-de-Mars
December 6, 2011
The U.S. Embassy has received reports that a violent demonstration is occurring in downtown Port-au-Prince near Champ-de-Mars. The protestors are throwing stones, bottles, and objects at passing vehicles. There are also reports of shots being fired. The Haitian National Police are on scene and have deployed tear gas.
All travel to the downtown area should be rescheduled.