PNH : Targeted Operation in Fonds-des-Blancs

On Friday, October 24, 2025, the Haitian National Police (PNH) conducted a targeted operation in the commune of Fonds-des-Blancs aimed at arresting Laurent Bertony, alias "Ti Police", who is actively wanted for his involvement in the assassination of police officer Rivaky Abner on October 18, in Gousse, a town in the commune of Fond des Blancs, while he was selflessly carrying out his mission, as part of an arrest warrant for the suspect's mother. https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-46030-icihaiti-fonds-des-blancs-a-police-officer-dies-during-the-execution-of-a-warrant.html Trying to escape during his arrest, Bertony fired at the police officers and was fatally shot. Law enforcement response.

PNH : Special Units in Training

France continues its commitment to training specialized units of the Haitian National Police. From October 12 to 23, three RAID experts and a French technical expert provided training in command and intervention techniques to 48 Haitian police officers, including eight instructors. These officers come from various units, such as the Research and Intervention Brigade (BRI), SWAT, the Anti-Gang Tactical Unit (UTAG), the Prison Intervention and Escort Team (EPINES), the Office for the Fight against Drug Trafficking (BLTS), and the Haitian Border Police (PoliFRONT). This training demonstrates France's determination to support the growing strength of Haitian national security forces in their fight against criminal gangs.

Passing of Michel Philippe Lerebours

It is with deep sadness that the Art Center learned of the passing of Dr. Michel Philippe Lerebours, which occurred on the night of October 25th in New York City, at the age of 91, following health problems. Considered one of the greatest art historians and critics of our time, his legacy is immense. His publications and courses have profoundly enriched the knowledge and understanding of Haitian art thanks to their scientific, rigorous, and contextualized approach. We offer our sincere condolences to his family, loved ones, and all those affected by this inestimable loss.

Agriculture : Impacts of Melissa

Impacts of Hurricane Melissa in Haiti : devastated banana plantations, flooded cornfields, and market gardens. Rotting crops expose farmers to loss of income. The Ministry of Agriculture and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO - Haiti) are monitoring the situation to support affected farmers.

Installation at the Ministry for the Status of Women

On Friday, October 24, 2025, Ms. Frantzia Gilles was installed as Chief of Staff of the Ministry for the Status of Women and Women's Rights. She replaces Garry Jean-Baptiste, who held this position on an interim basis. The Minister for the Status of Women praised the outgoing Director's professionalism and reaffirmed her confidence in her new colleague.

Allenby Augustin Winner of the 2025 HSA Award

The Art Center announces that Allenby Augustin has been named the recipient of the prestigious Haitian Studies Association (HSA) 2025 Service Award. This distinction is awarded in recognition of the remarkable work he has carried out over the past several years at the Art Center and particularly for his exemplary commitment to safeguarding Haitian cultural and artistic heritage in a national context marked by exceptional challenges.

HL/ HaitiLibre