The Haitian National Police (PNH) installed Chief Commissioner Jean-Pierre Ketler Mariceau as the new head of the Kenscoff police jurisdiction on Thursday, August 27, 2026. He replaces Inspector Nikenson Cadet, who had been heavily criticized for his handling of security in this municipality, which is regularly attacked by criminals. The police issued a statement on the matter Thursday evening.

According to the statement, the installation ceremony was presided over by the PNH’s West Department Director, Divisional Commissioner Yvon Cantave, in the presence of several security officials. This appointment comes amid a particularly difficult security situation for the municipality of Kenscoff. During the night of August 23 to Sunday, August 24, 2026, an armed attack by the criminal coalition “Viv ansanm” resulted in the deaths of more than 40 people.