Haitian Cultural Journalist Richard Alexandre, Known as Caonabo, Killed at 38
Haitian cultural journalist Richard Alexandre, known professionally as Caonabo, has died after being shot in Delmas 83, Haiti. He was 38.
According to an October 28 report from Le Nouvelliste, Alexandre died in hospital overnight between Tuesday, October 27, and Wednesday, October 28, 2026, after suffering multiple gunshot wounds. The newspaper’s cultural publication, Ticket, cited a source familiar with the incident.
A Career in Haiti’s Cultural Media
Alexandre previously contributed to Ticket Magazine and worked with several other media outlets during his career. His work extended across writing and broadcasting, and he remained active in Haiti’s media and cultural landscape until his death.
In its announcement, the Ticket team offered condolences to his family, relatives and friends.
Circumstances Remain Unclear
The initial report did not identify those responsible for the shooting or establish a motive. It also did not indicate whether the attack was connected to Alexandre’s journalism.
For readers following the developing story, those unanswered questions remain essential. Further reporting will be needed to establish the circumstances surrounding the death of the 38-year-old cultural journalist.
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