Three agents from the Temporary Anti-Gang Unit (UTAG) were killed on Sunday, June 9, 2024, in Delmas 18, the stronghold of gang leader Jimmy Chérizier, alias Barbecue. According to the National Union of Haitian Police Officers (SYNAPOHA), the victims were identified as Fermetus Emelin, from the 30th class, Wilken Pitons, from the 31st class, and Clovis Peterson, from the 32nd class. Another officer was injured in the clashes, and an armored police vehicle was set on fire.

According to available information, the police armored vehicle got stuck in a trench set up by criminals in Delmas 18. The officers made numerous calls for help as bullets rained down on the vehicle. Reinforcements sent by the Haitian National Police (PNH) were unable to prevent the worst.