Gang violence kills at least 25 in Honduras
Gang violence in Honduras has resulted in the deaths of at least 25 individuals, including six police officers, during a series of attacks. The violence occurred despite government efforts to combat organized crime and improve security. The situation has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the current administration's hardline approach to crime.
- ▪Gunmen killed at least 25 people in attacks across Honduras, marking one of the most violent days in recent years.
- ▪Nineteen victims were employees of an armed group controlling a palm plantation in Trujillo, where they were indiscriminately shot.
- ▪Six police officers were ambushed and killed while conducting an operation against gang activity near the Guatemalan border.
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| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 11:30:02 +0000 |
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News|ConflictGang violence kills at least 25 in HondurasThe attacks by gunmen come as the government continues a drive to crack down on organised crime.ListenListen (3 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoPolice officers patrol near the site of a massacre in Trujillo, Honduras [AFP]By Al Jazeera Staff, AFP and The Associated PressPublished On 22 May 202622 May 2026Gunmen have killed at least 25 people, including six police officers, in attacks across Honduras.The attacks marked Thursday as one of the most violent days the country has seen in recent years.
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