Gangs Continue to Impose Their Law at Year-End: Haitian National Police Sets the Rules

Despite the year-end festivities, the bandits of the Viv Ansanm coalition are not idle, while the police institution, responsible for citizen safety, is increasingly active in ensuring the protection of people on the streets.

On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at least eight people were seriously injured in clashes between law enforcement and these bandits in Bercy, in the commune of Cabaret. The criminals set fire to several houses, according to executive agent Wilner René.

“For about 3 weeks, gangs have been continuously attacking the commune of Arcahaie as well as Cabaret. They want to take control of these communes at all costs,” he declared, while asking the competent authorities to strengthen the capacity of law enforcement on site.

In Piatre, a locality in the commune of Montrouis, several deaths and injuries, as well as material damage, were recorded during an armed attack by the “Taliban” gang, according to the commune's mayor, Blaise Elysée.

Meanwhile, the Haitian National Police announces new measures to ensure people's safety during the holiday season. In a published statement, the police prohibit the carrying of weapons, knives (…), and machetes during large gatherings such as balls and galas.

“Anyone who violates this measure will be subject to the sanctions provided by law,” the institution wrote. As part of holiday prevention measures, the Haitian National Police states it has already mobilized and redeployed its personnel throughout the national territory.

Gedeon Delva / Le Relief