Haitian security forces have killed a notorious gang leader in a series of coordinated attacks involving explosive drones.
He is Mathias Saintil, the reputed leader of the Boston gang, an affiliate of the powerful Viv Ansanm coalition.
Haitian police said he died from multiple gunshot wounds sustained during a security operation.
Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé confirmed the death on social media. He wrote: “One less gang leader”.
National Human Rights Defense Network reports that five gang members were killed and approximately 15 others injured in the attack targeting Saintil.
The operation comes as authorities push to reclaim territory controlled by criminal groups.
