Vilès Dorsainvil, head of the Haitian Community Support Center, vehemently denied the baseless rumors claiming that newly arrived Haitians in Springfield, Ohio, were allegedly abducting and eating pet cats. Speaking on the radio show Panel Magik on Thursday, September 12, 2024, he reminded listeners that local authorities had officially stated that these accusations were unfounded, aiming to reassure both the Haitian community and the city's other residents.

Dorsainvil expressed concern over the impact of these allegations on the mental health of Haitians living in Springfield. "These rumors not only affect the mental health of our fellow citizens but also create a climate of distrust and stigmatization that can hinder their integration," he explained on Panel Magik.