February 12, 2018
Two separate crimes against children in recent days have one haunting similarity: authorities have pointed to Voodoo rituals as a possible motive.
But practitioners of Haitian Vodou, which adherents spell differently to distinguish it from other variants, say the religion does not sanction violence and fear the crimes will spark a backlash against their community.
Source: 'We Are Being Targeted': Voodoo Believers Fear A Backlash After Crimes Against Children - WBUR