A tragic incident in Haiti resulted in the fatal shooting of local director Jude Montis and a young missionary couple, Davy and Natalie Lloyd, by gang members. This devastating attack took place in the community of Lizon in northern Port-au-Prince, where violent gangs control 80% of the city. The missionary work of Missions in Haiti Inc., which focused on helping the children of Haiti, came to a halt due to this tragic event. Natalie Lloyd, the daughter of a Republican state representative in Missouri, was a part of this mission group and lost her life alongside her husband and the local director.
Missions in Haiti aimed to make a difference in the lives of Haiti’s young people by spreading the Gospel of Christ. Founded by Davy Lloyd’s parents, David and Alicia Lloyd, in 2000, the organization had a strong focus on assisting the children in Haiti who were suffering from poverty, malnourishment, and lack of education. With efforts like House of Compassion, Good Hope Boys’ Home, and educational initiatives, the organization aimed to provide a better future for the children in Haiti. Davy Lloyd and Natalie Lloyd, who recently got married, dedicated themselves to humanitarian work in Haiti after their wedding.
The tragic attack on the missionary couple and the local director occurred while they were leaving a church in Haiti. Gang members ambushed them, leading to a fatal escalation that resulted in the loss of three lives. Davy Lloyd and Natalie Lloyd were assaulted and robbed by the gang members before trying to seek shelter in a house connected to the mission. Despite their efforts to take cover, the gang continued their attack, eventually leading to the tragic deaths of the missionary couple. Their bodies were later safely transported to the U.S. Embassy in Haiti.
The families of the victims are currently going through the grieving process, with efforts being made to retrieve the bodies of the missionary couple and make arrangements for their transportation to the United States. Montis, the local director, left behind two children, adding to the tragedy of the situation. Missions in Haiti expressed their sorrow in a Facebook post, stating that they were facing the most difficult time of their lives. The organization’s priority is now ensuring the safety of the children and staff while dealing with the aftermath of this terrible event.
Ben Baker, Natalie Lloyd’s father and a state representative in Missouri, shared his devastation on Facebook, expressing the pain of losing his daughter and son-in-law in such a horrific manner. The grieving families are in need of prayers and strength to cope with this loss. The community and supporters of Missions in Haiti are coming together to provide support and assistance in the wake of this tragedy. The mission group’s work in Haiti has been greatly impacted by this attack, highlighting the dangers faced by humanitarian organizations in volatile regions like Haiti.
As inquiries continue into the circumstances of the attack and efforts are made to bring the bodies back to the United States for proper arrangements, the heartbreaking loss of these dedicated individuals has left a void in the lives of their loved ones and the community they served. The world mourns the loss of these courageous missionaries who dedicated their lives to helping those in need, and their legacy will continue to inspire others to carry on their mission of spreading love and hope in the face of adversity.
