What if Vladimir Paraison had tried to prevail against insecurity?

Appointed interim Director General of the Haitian National Police (PNH) on August 8, 2025, Vladimir Paraison took the helm of the institution in a context marked by widespread insecurity and the grip of gangs on several strategic areas, particularly in the metropolitan area of Port-au-Prince. His arrival, decided by the Transitional Presidential Council, aimed to revitalize an institution under intense pressure.

Before this appointment, Paraison had already distinguished himself in the field, notably at the head of presidential security. Wounded by a bullet during an attack in February 2025, he embodies a committed figure, although his career has been marked by certain controversies dropped due to lack of evidence.

During his first months, he highlighted several advances, including the recapture of areas like Solino, Kenscoff, and Bel-Air, as well as the seizure of heavy weapons, including a Barrett M50 rifle. The PNH also thwarted kidnapping attempts, while launching the « P4000 » program to train 4,000 police officers in one year, with several hundred agents already graduated.

Strategically, the strengthening of intelligence, the establishment of specialized task forces, and the decentralization of DCPJ services demonstrate a will for modernization.

While the West department was 85% occupied by gangs, the recapture of certain areas — notably the gradual return to life in Solino, Carrefour Aéroport, and parts of the city center — could bring this rate down to around 70%. These initiatives are often associated, in public opinion, with the alleged use of explosive drones by the Prime Minister's Office.

Beyond traditional means, a question persists in public opinion regarding the use of new technologies in the fight against heavily armed gangs. On this point, Vladimir Paraison demonstrated clarity and responsibility. Speaking on April 8, 2026, on Magik 9, he categorically denied any use of drones equipped with explosive charges by the PNH, thus reaffirming his commitment to a professional and regulated approach to operations.

Under his leadership, the Haitian National Police has engaged in an offensive dynamic, with concrete actions aimed at curbing the expansion of armed groups in the metropolitan area. Despite a complex security context, notable advances are observed, reflecting a firm will to restore order and protect the population.

In this context, the course set by Vladimir Paraison appears as a structured and determined approach, oriented towards sustainable results. His initiatives, combining firmness and respect for institutional principles, demonstrate a thoughtful strategy to progressively reverse the security trend in Haiti.