At least 30 people died in a horrific stampede at a popular tourist destination, 'many youth' feared to be among the victims.

At least 30 people have been killed in a horrific stampede at a holiday hotspot in the Caribbean, with several students feared among the dead.

The fatal accident occurred in Laferriere Citadel in northern Haiti.

The crush that killed at least 30 people occurred in the Laferriere Citadel in northern Haiti.Credit: Reuters

Haiti’s Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé confirmed that “many young” tourists were visiting the site when the tragedy unfolded.

At least 30 people died in a horrific stampede at a popular tourist destination, ‘many youth’ feared to be among the victims.