Since Monday, October 14, 2024, the Haitian National Police (PNH) has been conducting an operation in Torcel, the stronghold of the "Kraze Baryè" gang led by Vitelhomme Innocent. Heavy gunfire was heard throughout the area on Monday, with several gang members neutralized and firearms confiscated.

At a press conference held on Tuesday, October 15, Deputy Police Spokesperson Lionel Lazarre provided a detailed report on the intervention. According to Lazarre, 15 firearms, including 11 assault rifles, and various equipment were seized during the raid that took place between Saturday, October 12, and Monday, October 14. “Several specialized PNH units, supported by agents from the Multinational Security Support Mission (MMAS), participated in this forceful operation,” Lazarre stated.