Danilo Díaz criticizes immigration policy following hospital incident in Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo.- Danilo Díaz, national deputy and member of the Dominican Liberation Party’s Political Committee, criticized the government for its handling of immigration issues following an incident at the Doctor Darío Contreras Hospital, where Haitian nationals allegedly assaulted doctors and nurses. Díaz described the event as unprecedented and indicative of broader immigration control failures affecting daily life in the Dominican Republic.

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The congressman expressed concern over the public’s growing frustration, highlighting challenges Dominicans face in accessing healthcare. He noted that the high influx of Haitian nationals into public hospitals has strained the system, making it difficult for locals to receive proper medical attention.

Díaz also criticized the government’s approach to mass repatriations, stating that these measures have proven ineffective in addressing the issue. He called for stronger immigration control to prevent further incidents and ensure better access to healthcare for Dominican citizens.