By Réalité Info, April 7, 2026
Businessman Reginald Boulos was released on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in the United States, after spending approximately eight months in detention at the hands of U.S. immigration authorities. The information, confirmed by those close to Boulos, marks a new development in a case that is both sensitive and closely followed within the Haitian diaspora.
According to these same sources, Dr. Boulos reportedly left US territory shortly after his release and is currently en route to Colombia, without any official statement yet being made by him or his representatives.
Boulos was arrested in 2025 by US authorities in connection with proceedings related to his immigration status. Immigration services accused him of alleged irregularities in his entry and residency paperwork in the United States. This arrest occurred within a context of increased administrative controls and heightened surveillance targeting certain foreign nationals.
A well-known figure in Haiti's private sector, both an entrepreneur and an active member of the public sphere, Dr. Boulos's arrest sparked numerous reactions, ranging from legal questions to political stances. His supporters repeatedly denounced what they considered an opaque legal process, while others called for letting justice take its course.
His release today comes without any detailed explanation from US authorities regarding the exact circumstances of this decision. It remains to be seen what the next steps will be for the businessman, both legally and personally, as his announced departure for Colombia opens a new chapter in this case.
Posted May 20, 2026