Security: Monitoring of the latest targeted operations of the GSF (ex MSS)

In a concerted effort to combat gang violence and restore public safety, Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force (GSF), alongside the Haitian National Police (PNH) and the Haitian Armed Forces (FAD’H), has executed a series of targeted operations across key regions. Over the past week, the GSF focused on clearing the Petite-Rivière–Liancourt–Pont Sondé route in the Artibonite Department, ensuring the safe transportation of PNH officers and essential supplies to St. Marc. These actions aim to bolster security in the area and protect local communities from gang-related threats. A significant operation took place on October 17, 2025, from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, during which the joint forces successfully cleared the main road between Pont Sondé and Verret. Despite resistance from the Gran-Griff gang, which included barricades, trenches, and Molotov cocktail attacks, the GSF and PNH units neutralized the threats and secured the delivery of armored vehicles to local police stations. These vehicles are expected to significantly enhance the region’s security infrastructure. The GSF also refuted false social media claims regarding the death of a Kenyan officer during the operation, expressing gratitude for the Haitian population’s cooperation. In Port-au-Prince, joint patrols continued across multiple neighborhoods, including Kenscoff, Downtown, and the airport area, with objectives ranging from intelligence-led counter-gang operations to securing critical infrastructure and combating arms trafficking. The GSF praised the dedication of its officers, emphasizing their commitment to restoring peace and stability in Haiti.