Roberson Georges Denounces Commissioner Éno Zéphirin's Abuses: "Justice Is Not Served with Slaps and Kicks"
By La Rédaction · Port-au-Prince · · 2 min read · Updated 24 April 2026
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The public beating of a young entrepreneur in Cap-Haïtien, attributed to Government Commissioner Me Éno Zéphirin and agents of the Haitian National Police, continues to provoke strong indignation. Faced with these viral images, Roberson Georges, a young lawyer at the Port-au-Prince bar, denounces a serious violation of human rights and the rule of law.
A firm stance from a young legal activist
In an unambiguous statement on his Facebook page, Roberson Georges strongly condemns the violence perpetrated against a citizen he describes as peaceful.
« We vehemently denounce the police brutality exerted against this peaceful citizen in the Cité Christophienne. The attitude of the alleged Government Commissioner Me Éno Zéphirin leaves us stunned by his handling of this unacceptable situation. Enough is enough! It is time for justice and human dignity to reclaim their place. May the rule of law be a reality in Haiti! » For the young lawyer, a recent laureate of the Port-au-Prince bar admission exam, these acts reflect a serious deviation of judicial authority and constitute a clear violation of fundamental legal principles, notably respect for human dignity and the prohibition of degrading treatment. Course of events The events occurred on Friday, January 9, 2026, on Boulevard de Carénage, in Cap-Haïtien, during an operation to demolish businesses deemed non-compliant by the departmental authorities of the North. An altercation broke out between the Government Commissioner to the Court of First Instance of Cap-Haïtien, Me Éno Zéphirin, and a young entrepreneur who was protesting against the destruction of his business, claiming to have a permit issued by the city hall. According to videos widely circulated on social media, the magistrate allegedly ordered the young man's arrest after he asked him not to touch him. The situation quickly escalated: the victim was shoved, publicly slapped, then tackled to the ground and violently beaten by security agents and police officers. A woman present at the scene, who was denouncing the authorities' attitude, was also threatened and intimidated. These scenes provoked strong public indignation. Calls for sanctions and respect for the rule of law
Since the images were broadcast, many voices have risen to demand sanctions against Commissioner Éno Zéphirin, accused of abuse of power and behavior contrary to judicial ethics. For Roberson Georges, a graduating student in local governance, this case must serve as a wake-up call.
« No state representative is above the law. Justice is not served with slaps and kicks. » the Master's student in political science and international relations told us in an interview. A case that once again reopens the debate on impunity, judicial governance, and the effective respect for fundamental rights in Haiti. The editorial team
« We vehemently denounce the police brutality exerted against this peaceful citizen in the Cité Christophienne. The attitude of the alleged Government Commissioner Me Éno Zéphirin leaves us stunned by his handling of this unacceptable situation. Enough is enough! It is time for justice and human dignity to reclaim their place. May the rule of law be a reality in Haiti! » For the young lawyer, a recent laureate of the Port-au-Prince bar admission exam, these acts reflect a serious deviation of judicial authority and constitute a clear violation of fundamental legal principles, notably respect for human dignity and the prohibition of degrading treatment. Course of events The events occurred on Friday, January 9, 2026, on Boulevard de Carénage, in Cap-Haïtien, during an operation to demolish businesses deemed non-compliant by the departmental authorities of the North. An altercation broke out between the Government Commissioner to the Court of First Instance of Cap-Haïtien, Me Éno Zéphirin, and a young entrepreneur who was protesting against the destruction of his business, claiming to have a permit issued by the city hall. According to videos widely circulated on social media, the magistrate allegedly ordered the young man's arrest after he asked him not to touch him. The situation quickly escalated: the victim was shoved, publicly slapped, then tackled to the ground and violently beaten by security agents and police officers. A woman present at the scene, who was denouncing the authorities' attitude, was also threatened and intimidated. These scenes provoked strong public indignation. Calls for sanctions and respect for the rule of law
Since the images were broadcast, many voices have risen to demand sanctions against Commissioner Éno Zéphirin, accused of abuse of power and behavior contrary to judicial ethics. For Roberson Georges, a graduating student in local governance, this case must serve as a wake-up call.
« No state representative is above the law. Justice is not served with slaps and kicks. » the Master's student in political science and international relations told us in an interview. A case that once again reopens the debate on impunity, judicial governance, and the effective respect for fundamental rights in Haiti. The editorial team
