We unequivocally denounce recent online and political allegations falsely accusing Haitian immigrants in Ohio of egregious behaviors, including harming pets. These unfounded claims are not only false but also dangerously inflammatory. Local authorities have confirmed that the individual involved in the incident in Ohio, which was a case of animal cruelty, is neither Haitian nor an immigrant.

The U.S. Haitian Chamber of Commerce vehemently condemns these baseless accusations, which unfairly stigmatize and dehumanize Haitian immigrants, contributing to xenophobic sentiments. We stand firmly in solidarity with all Haitian Americans and immigrants who positively contribute to their communities across the United States. We emphasize the crucial need for factual information and urge all parties to cease perpetuating harmful stereotypes that endanger innocent lives and detract from meaningful discourse on immigration and community integration.