Haitian Gang Leader Accused Of Kidnapping, Killing Americans Added To FBI’s 10 Most Wanted List
OAN’s Abril Elfi
5:27 PM – Wednesday, November 15, 2023
A leader of a Haitian gang who has allegedly kidnapped and killed United States citizens has been added to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list.
On Wednesday, the FBI announced that they have added the Haitian man, Vitel’Homme Innocent, to their most wanted list after he allegedly kidnapped 16 American Christian missionaries serving near Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and killed one in a separate incident.
Reports claim that the hostages were held captive 61 days before they finally managed to escape. The hostages included five children, one as young as 8-months-old.
Innocent is also accused of participating in a second hostage-taking incident in which one U.S. citizen was murdered, according to an unsealed indictment that surfaced in October 2023.
According to authorities, gang members shot and killed American Marie Odette Franklin, while her husband was kidnapped and held captive at an unidentified location in Haiti. Innocent allegedly participated in ransom discussions for Jean Franklin’s release while he was imprisoned.
Special Agent Jeffrey B. Veltri in charge of the FBI Miami Field Office stated that the gang leader is the 532nd fugitive added to the ten most wanted list and that the State Department is offering a reward of up to $2,000,0000 for information leading to his arrest.
“Haitian gang leader Vitel’Homme Innocent is the 532nd fugitive added to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted list for his alleged involvement in the kidnapping and killing of U.S. citizens in Haiti,” said Veltri. “The State Department is offering a reward of up to $2,000,0000 for information leading to his arrest and/or conviction. Our resolve to bring him to account for his alleged crimes will not waver. I want to thank the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia for their close cooperation and partnership investigating these cases.”
According to the FBI, even though Innocent is believed to be residing in Haiti, he has ties to other Caribbean countries.
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“A Haitian Gang Leader Added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List”
On Wednesday, the FBI announced the addition of Vitel’Homme Innocent, a leader of a Haitian gang, to their Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. Innocent is allegedly involved in the kidnapping and killing of United States citizens.
According to reports, Innocent is accused of kidnapping 16 American Christian missionaries who were serving near Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The hostages were held captive for 61 days before they managed to escape. The group consisted of both adults and children, with one child being as young as 8 months old.
In a separate incident, Innocent is also accused of participating in another hostage-taking incident where one U.S. citizen was murdered. An unsealed indictment in October 2023 revealed that Innocent allegedly shot and killed Marie Odette Franklin, while her husband, Jean Franklin, was kidnapped and held captive in an undisclosed location in Haiti. Innocent is said to have been involved in ransom discussions for Jean Franklin’s release while he was still imprisoned.
Special Agent Jeffrey B. Veltri, in charge of the FBI Miami Field Office, stated that Innocent is the 532nd fugitive to be added to the ten most wanted list. The State Department is offering a reward of up to $2,000,000 for information leading to his arrest.
Agent Veltri emphasized the FBI’s determination to bring Innocent to justice, stating, “Our resolve to bring him to account for his alleged crimes will not waver.” He also expressed gratitude to the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia for their cooperation in investigating these cases.
Although Innocent is believed to be residing in Haiti, the FBI has highlighted his ties to other Caribbean countries. The authorities urge the public to stay informed and report any relevant information.
In conclusion, the addition of Vitel’Homme Innocent to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list marks a significant step towards bringing a leader of a Haitian gang involved in the kidnapping and killing of U.S. citizens to justice. The State Department’s reward signifies the seriousness with which the government is taking this matter. The FBI encourages the public to remain vigilant and cooperate in any way possible to ensure Innocent’s arrest and conviction.
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