New Delhi, May 12 -- A new wave of gang violence in Haiti's capital forced hundreds to flee their homes over the weekend, leaving families scattered along the road to the country's main airport on Monday.

Monique Verdieux, 56, fled to the highway after watching armed men burning houses in her neighborhood. Her family scattered in different directions and she said she's not sure where they are.

"I am now sleeping in the street," Verdieux said, noting it was unsafe to return.

Gangs have overtaken more than 90% of Port-au-Prince since the assassination of President Jovenal Moise in July 2021 at his home. Police say they have expanded their activities - including looting, kidnapping, sexual assaults and rape - into the countryside. Haiti h...