Armed Attack Against Police Patrol in Port-au-Prince

A Haitian National Police (PNH) patrol was the target of an armed attack this Thursday, January 15, 2026, on Rue Magloire-Ambroise. The operation, led by high-ranking officer DDO1 Jacques Ader, confirms that armed gangs are maintaining their offensive pressure.

The patrol was deployed to supervise clearing work, carried out with heavy machinery provided by the Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Communications (MTPTC). It was during this mission that the sudden attack occurred.

Despite the violence of the offensive, a positive point to note is that, according to available information, no injuries were recorded among the PNH members present at the scene.

This incident illustrates the persistent risks faced by law enforcement in the performance of their duties, even during civilian operations such as clearing public roads.