Carel Pedre Freed in Florida After Charges Were Dropped 

The Haitian media personality Carel Pedre was released on February 27, 2026, following a court hearing in Florida.

Carel Pedre has been officially released and is now back home in Florida, according to confirmed information obtained by Juno7.

Pedre appeared before a judge on February 26, 2026, during a hearing in which his release on bail was approved. After the completion of administrative procedures within the detention system, he was released on February 27, 2026.

Background of the Case

Carel Pedre was arrested on December 21, 2025, in Broward County, Florida, following a domestic violence complaint.

On January 29, 2026, prosecutors officially dropped the charges, marking a significant turning point in the case. The court’s approval of bail on February 26 cleared the final procedural step before his release.

A Case Closely Watched by the Diaspora

The case drew significant attention within the Haitian diaspora in the United States and Canada. For weeks, the situation generated widespread discussion across social media and community platforms.

With his release now confirmed, the legal chapter of the case has effectively concluded, though no public statement has yet been issued by Pedre himself.

Juno7 will continue to monitor any further developments.