In a decisive nighttime operation spanning February 20-21, 2026, Haitian security forces launched a major offensive against armed groups in the Kenscoff region. The Haitian National Police (PNH) executed a meticulously planned encirclement strategy, deploying specialized units to the Godet and Wynn Farm sectors beginning at midnight.
The tactical engagement reached its peak around 4:00 a.m. when PNH forces, utilizing sniper teams and aerial drone support, confronted the armed militants. Preliminary field reports confirm at least 16 combatants were fatally neutralized during the exchange of fire.
The operation represented a coordinated effort involving multiple security branches, including the PNH’s elite Task Force and Private Military Company (PMC) personnel. While the mission achieved its primary objective of disrupting militant activities, logistical challenges prevented the immediate recovery of weapons and ammunition from the deceased combatants due to their dispersed positions across the operational zone.
Security operations remain ongoing as Haitian forces continue their systematic sweep to fully secure the area and eliminate remaining threats to public safety.