Driver Abandons 15 Undocumented Haitians in Dominican Republic

Driver abandons SUV with 15 undocumented Haitians in Dominican Republic. A shocking incident unfolded in Palo Verde, Montecristi, on June 1st, 2025, when a driver, identified as Cheiron, abandoned his vehicle filled with 15 undocumented Haitian migrants upon seeing approaching army personnel. A video circulating online shows the migrants crammed into the vehicle's interior. After the driver fled, authorities quickly apprehended the migrants. "We found them in a very precarious situation," stated a military official involved in the operation. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of undocumented migration in the region and the risks faced by those attempting to cross borders illegally. The migrants were taken into custody and are currently being processed. This incident underscores the complexities of migration and the need for comprehensive solutions.