Eight Haitians apprehended in Hectors River, Portland

Eight Haitians, who are believed to be among a group which landed illegally at a beach in Hectors River, Portland, late Sunday night, are in police custody. 

There is not much information at this time on the apprehension of the Haitians, however it is understood that they were picked up at separate locations in the Hectors River area during a pre-dawn operation by the police.

A police pick-up truck was seen transporting the Haitians to the Port Antonio Hospital, some 26 miles away for medical treatment and check-up, shortly after 9 a.m. Monday. 

It is still unclear how many Haitians landed and whether any are still at large.

In January, 10 Haitians, who were picked up along a roadway in Hectors River, Portland, were sent home less than eight hours after receiving medical treatment.

- Gareth Davis

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