Renewed Violence in Artibonite Signals Escalating Security Breakdown

Tension continues to mount in Petite-Rivière de l’Artibonite after a fresh wave of armed violence shook the commune in the early hours of Sunday.

Heavily armed individuals stormed multiple areas, spreading fear among residents and leaving behind a trail of destruction.

Witnesses report scenes of chaos as gunmen moved through neighborhoods, setting houses on fire and forcing civilians to flee with little more than what they could carry.

The attack underscores the fragile security climate and the limited capacity of local forces to contain such operations.Despite announcements of mobilization, residents remain skeptical about the effectiveness of the response.

Local officials are urging swift and decisive action from national authorities to prevent further deterioration.