Haiti - FLASH: 'Krisla' Gang Takes Control of EDH's Central #2 Power Plant

Heavily armed members of the "Krisla" gang have taken control of Central #2, a key power plant belonging to Électricité d’Haïti (EDH), located in Thorland, Carrefour. The gang, led by "Krisla," seized the facility on Thursday, May 28, 2026, after issuing threats the previous week. The takeover occurred without violence, and no major damage to the infrastructure was reported. All personnel present at the site were reportedly evacuated.

The gang's stated demand is for the Carrefour commune to receive a minimum of 8 hours of continuous electricity per day, specifically to ensure the broadcast of 2026 World Cup matches. This action represents a severe blow to EDH's electricity production capabilities. Following the shutdown of the Péligre hydroelectric plant and the sabotage of five high-voltage transmission towers last year, Central #2 was the last operational EDH plant in Carrefour, contributing 5 megawatts to the national grid.

With Central #2 now under gang control, the metropolitan area of Port-au-Prince is left relying solely on the 25 megawatts supplied by the private company E-Power. This private supply is only sufficient to power about ten of EDH's 45 circuits in the metropolitan area. The seizure of this strategic infrastructure further exacerbates the collapse of essential public services, including schools, hospitals, and transportation, which are already severely impacted by the pervasive influence of criminal groups in the region.