Haiti News Update: Security Operations, Deportations, and Online Education Transition
Recent news from Haiti includes the PNH denying a lack of drone operators, the injury of a Kenyan officer, U.S. deportations of Haitians, legal proceedings against former senator Nenel Cassy, a shift to online education by Saint Louis de Gonzague, the rescue of Haitian migrants by the U.S. Coast Guard, and a visit from Chancellor Jean-Baptiste to the Miami consulate.
On March 18, 2025, Lionel Lazare, spokesperson for the Haitian National Police (PNH), refuted claims that the police lack qualified drone operators. In fact, over 40 officers have received training to pilot drones in Mexico and Ecuador. Additionally, the PNH announced plans for a new technology service office. Meanwhile, Marie Isabelle Salvador, a UN Special Representative, denied media reports that the UN called to cease the use of explosive drones against criminals.
In a security operation on March 18, a member of the Kenyan contingent was injured in Kenscoff, Belot region. The officer was promptly evacuated to ASPEN Level 2 Hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. Ombaka JACK, the Mission Spokesperson, expressed gratitude to the supportive Haitians and wishes for a speedy recovery.
Continuing with deportations, the United States returned 46 Haitians to Cap-Haitien International Airport on March 18, which included 25 individuals with criminal backgrounds, despite the unstable security situation in Haiti.
Former senator Nenel Cassy, who faced a wanted notice from the Central Directorate of the Judicial Police (DCPJ) for alleged connections to armed gangs, appeared before the Port-au-Prince prosecutor’s office on March 17. His lawyer, Fanfan Guérilus, mentioned that the wanted notice against Cassy has been rescinded following his questioning.
The Saint Louis de Gonzague Institution announced that it would suspend in-person classes and activities beginning March 18, transitioning to online classes via a digital platform from March 20, directing students to remain at home.
The U.S. Coast Guard reported the rescue of 30 irregular migrants, including 27 Haitians and 3 Dominicans, on March 15. These individuals were attempting to enter the U.S. illegally when abandoned by a human trafficker on Mona Island, located between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.
Chancellor Jean-Victor Harvel Jean-Baptiste visited the Consulate General of Haiti in Miami, emphasizing the importance of the consular mission in supporting Haitian nationals across six states and ensuring quality documentation services.
The article highlights several key developments in Haiti, from the PNH’s capabilities in drone operation to the ongoing deportation of Haitians by the U.S. It underscores the country’s security challenges, the legal proceedings involving former senator Nenel Cassy, and the transition of educational institutions to online learning. Additionally, it reports on the rescue of migrants by the U.S. Coast Guard and emphasizes the importance of consulate services for Haitian nationals abroad.
Original Source: www.haitilibre.com
