Haiti: Protests and roadblocks reported in Port-au-Prince January 28

Event

Protests and roadblocks have been reported between the Delmas 2 and Carrefour de l'Aeroport areas in Port-au-Prince on Monday, January 28. Roadblocks have also been reported in the lower Delmas area. The demonstrations have reportedly been organized to denounce the recent killings of National Police of Haiti (PNH) officers. A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are to be expected around protest sites.

Advice

Individuals in affected areas are advised to keep abreast of the situation, strictly avoid all protests and associated roadblocks due to the likelihood of violence, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments (e.g. travel restrictions).