The missionary organization says two of 17 kidnapped missionaries were released in Haiti
The gang kidnapped 17 missionaries in Haiti has safely released at least two members, albeit for unclear reasons.
The U.S.-based Christian Aid Ministries released a statement Sunday announcing a positive development in the tense situation involving 17 missionaries kidnapped by a violent gang in Haiti.
"We have learned that two of the hostages in Haiti were released. We praise God for this! Only limited information can be provided, but we can report that the two hostages who were released are safe, in good spirits, and being cared for," CAM said.
The charity declined to name who had been released, why they had been released, or where they are staying.
"We ask that those who have more specific information about the release and the individuals involved would safeguard that information," CAM asked. Instead, the organization encouraged believers to pray for the situation to resolve quickly and thoroughly.
The missionaries had been serving in Ganthier, Haiti, when they were grabbed at gunpoint by members of the "400 Mawozo" gang in mid-October. The gang has demanded $17 million, or $1 million per head, for their release. One leader posted a video online, threatening to kill all their captives if they did not receive what they wanted.
In April, the gang kidnapped five priests and two nuns, leading Catholic universities and schools to close in protest.
Kidnappings in Haiti have rapidly grown in number as the country struggles with political instability after the July assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise
The government is also recovering from a devastating 7..2-magnitude earthquake in mid-August.
The State Department has been working with Haitian officials to seek the release of the missionaries.
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