NewzTwo Haitian nationals have formally alleged that individuals identifying themselves as members of the Dominican Republic's General Directorate of Migration (DGM) demanded bribes in exchange for their release during immigration enforcement operations in the Greater Santo Domingo area. The individuals claim these payments were solicited to avoid detention during separate encounters in the capital region.
These allegations highlight ongoing tensions regarding the conduct of immigration enforcement personnel in the Dominican Republic. The reported incidents involve claims of corruption within the agency tasked with managing migration status, raising concerns about the integrity of operational procedures during routine identity checks and detentions.
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