Relations with gangs: UN experts identify several Haitian politicians

UN experts have identified several former Haitian elected officials with ties to gangs, according to a report sent to the Security Council on September 3, 2026. "As the Group of Experts previously demonstrated to the Committee, businessmen and political actors from the Artibonite department have provided support to gangs operating in this region. While Prophane Victor has contributed to the rise of the gang Grand grif, notably by supplying weapons, Youri Latortue has supported the Raboteau and Kokorat san ras gangs, particularl