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Armed bandits burned down the only police station in Basen Ble, stripping the commune in Haiti’s Nord-Ouest department of all formal security presence. With both the hospital and police station destroyed in recent attacks, residents face heightened insecurity, and many have fled their homes to escape the escalating violence.

Armed groups set fire to the sole hospital in Basen Ble, leaving the commune in Haiti’s Nord-Ouest department without medical services or a functioning police station. The attack has triggered fear and panic, forcing many residents to abandon their homes in search of safety.

In the Basen Ble region of Haiti, a gang known as Kokorat San Ras (part of the larger coalition “Viv Ansanm”) launched a violent assault, prompting mass displacement of residents.

growing tensions were reported in Gonaïves following the killing of Wilford “Ti Wil” Ferdinand. Burning tires were seen in several streets, and by late afternoon (around 16:55), demonstrations had begun on Route des Dattes, with protesters setting fires and blocking roads.

Wilford (also reported as Wilfort) Ferdinand, widely known as “Ti Wil” or “Commander Ti Wil,” was killed in an exchange of gunfire with police in the Canal Bwa area of Gonaïves. According to Haiti’s National Police (PNH

In an effort to fight gangs, police launched operations to clear barricades and demolish walls in areas including private homes, universities, and businesses—such as IERAH faculty across from Locha Church on Avenue Christophe. However, gangs repeatedly rebuild the barricades soon after police intervention. Despite months of similar actions, gangs continue to maintain checkpoints, control neighborhoods, and even organize events, though kamikaze drone strikes have instilled some fear.

Members of the Savien gang attacked and destroyed the Liancourt police station. The incident highlights the growing insecurity and challenges faced by law enforcement in the area.

While an armored police vehicle was leaving Téléco, members of the “Viv Ansanm” gang threw Molotov cocktails at it, causing the driver to lose control and crash into nearby bushes. A mechanic who was with the officers inside the vehicle was killed in the incident.

In the Cabaret area, gangs blocked police movements to prevent intervention, burning vehicles and hurling Molotov cocktails at police armored units. Despite the attack, authorities report that the situation remains under control. Meanwhile, gangs advanced toward Lavodri, setting houses on fire and threatening residents’ lives.