The Haiti police force is unable to take on the gangs in Port-au-Prince due to officers fleeing the country, leading to increased gang violence and chaos in the capital. Gang leaders have become powerful, controlling territories and influencing the political landscape.
Key Points
Haiti police force depleted due to officers leaving the country
Gangs control around 80% of the capital, leading to chaos
Influential gang leader Jimmy Cherizier gaining power in the absence of a strong government