Mayor of Dajabón proposes that Haiti rely on Bukele’s troops to combat armed gangs

The mayor of Dajabón, Santiago Riverón, proposed that Haiti rely on the troops of the president of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, to combat the armed gangs operating in Haitian territory, considering that international missions have failed to curb insecurity in that nation.

Riverón expressed his support for the security measures promoted by the Salvadoran president and assured that his experience in the fight against gangs could serve as a reference to face the Haitian crisis.

The municipal executive maintained that, in his view, the Haitian authorities should coordinate efforts with the Salvadoran forces, because the international intervention mechanisms used so far have not managed to completely restore order.

Riverón considers United States support fundamental

During his statements, the mayor pointed out that the participation of the United States would be decisive in developing a security strategy that allows for reducing the influence of criminal organizations in Haiti.

Likewise, he stated that some leaders of the armed gangs are showing interest in establishing talks, a situation he interpreted as a possible sign of these groups weakening.

However, he acknowledged that the participation of Salvadoran troops would not guarantee the total disappearance of violence, although he considered that it could contribute to reducing criminal activities.

Mayor proposes measures against criminal structures

Riverón also advocated for the adoption of stricter measures against armed gangs and their support networks. In that context, he proposed the elimination of these organizations and included family members of their members in his statements.

This latest approach raises questions regarding respect for human rights, given that family ties, in and of themselves, do not constitute criminal liability nor do they justify actions against individuals uninvolved in criminal activities.

Finally, the mayor considered that Bukele’s security policies could become a reference for other countries facing organized crime problems.

His statements come amid the debate over the strategies needed to regain control of the Haitian territories affected by the presence of armed gangs.