Army Chase Ends in Crash: Alleged Haitian Smuggling in Mao

A Jeep Wrangler crashed in Mao after a high-speed chase by the Dominican Army. The driver was allegedly involved in the transportation of undocumented Haitian migrants. The incident occurred on June 6th, 2025. Eyewitnesses reported seeing several soldiers surrounding the wrecked vehicle. "We heard tires screeching and then a loud crash," said one local resident. Authorities are investigating the incident and are yet to release a statement on the arrest of the driver or the number of migrants involved. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by the Dominican Republic in managing Haitian migration.