Blackwater founder to deploy nearly 200 personnel to Haiti as gang violence soars
Summary
Erik Prince's security firm, Vectus Global, plans to send nearly 200 personnel to Haiti to help control gang violence. The personnel will come from multiple countries and work with Haiti's National Police and a United Nations-led mission. There is concern about the legality and effectiveness of using private firms for security operations in Haiti.Key Facts
- Vectus Global, run by former Navy Seal Erik Prince, is sending nearly 200 personnel to Haiti.
- The purpose is to help the Haitian government regain control over areas taken by gangs.
- The operation is set for one year, with personnel from the U.S., Europe, and other regions.
- Vectus Global will also help Haiti with advice on revenue collection once violence decreases.
- The deal does not have U.S. government involvement or funding.
- There are concerns about whether the operation violates U.S. law.
- The U.N.-backed mission in Haiti currently has fewer resources and personnel than planned.
- The new deployment follows the appointment of a new police director in Haiti, André Jonas Vladimir Paraison.
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