Last Thursday, the Superior Council of National Police (CSPN), chaired by Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe, met in the framework of its regular meetings, where he reviewed the Metropolitan Security Plan (PSM) and found an improvement in the security environment.

As part of this plan, the National Police has strengthened its presence in the suburbs of Martissant. It has increased and better equipped the agents stationed at the police station of Habitation Leclerc, where specialized units are currently deployed.

Toussaint Louverture International Airport

Security in the area of ​​the Toussaint Louverture International Airport was also discussed. Recently, a new plan has been implemented for this area. Drastic measures, including the prohibition of the use of motorcycles, have been adopted. This plan has already resulted in significant results. No cases of banditry was recorded during the last six days of its implementation. Police continue to ensure the safety of passengers, particularly during the period of pastoral festivals and summer festivities.

In addition, the Departmental Directorate West of the Police informed that according to their figures in June 55 people were killed, 19 were bandits killed in clashes between rival gangs armed.

Pétion-Ville

The CSPN also welcomed the results achieved in the framework of its Metropolitan Security Plan (PSM), whose the first phase is implemented in the city of Pétion-Ville.

The Departmental Directorate West of the National Police reported that since the implementation of this plan in Pétion-Ville, no cases of death due to banditry was recorded in the commune.

Under the Plan, the number of police officers stationed at the police station of Pétion-Ville now reached a total of 273 police officers. The Government has put to their disposition 18 vehicles and 44 additional motorcycles. In addition, 25 vehicles and 50 motorcycles will soon be distributed to the Haiti National Police in the context of strengthening the security plan to allow the public to go about their business in a serene atmosphere.

PSM which has four phases will be applied in the coming days in the communes of Port-au-Prince, Delmas and Carrefour.

Haiti's National Police continues to work to combat insecurity and anticipate any act of banditry. It intends to consolidate the gains achieved in the strategy to maintain the climate of security and stability. Through these efforts, Haiti remains one of the safest destinations in the region.

HL/ HaitiLibre