US Offers $5 Million Reward for Capture of Haitian Gang Leader 'Barbecue'

See - Sada Elbalad

4 days ago

By Ahmad El-Assasy
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has announced a reward of up to $5 million for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of Haitian gang leader Jimmy Cherizier, known as 'Barbecue.'
The reward is issued under the Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Program (TOCRP) and applies to information leading to his capture in any country. Cherizier heads the violent gang coalition Viv Ansanm, which the U.S. designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) on May 2, 2025.
Accused of Mass Atrocities in Haiti
Cherizier has been identified as a central figure in Haiti's spiraling gang violence, accused of mass killings, sexual violence, and widespread terror against civilians. In December 2020, the U.S. sanctioned him and two Haitian officials under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act for their roles in the La Saline massacre and other severe human rights abuses.
Criminal Charges in the United States
The announcement follows the U.S. Department of Justice unsealing an indictment in the District of Columbia, charging Cherizier with conspiracy to violate U.S. sanctions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The charges relate to his alleged evasion of sanctions imposed in 2020.
His co-defendant, Brazile Richardson, appeared in federal court in Washington, D.C., earlier today.
Part of Global Anti-Crime Efforts
The TOCRP supports global law enforcement in dismantling transnational criminal networks and bringing fugitives to justice. U.S. authorities are urging anyone with credible information on Cherizier's whereabouts to come forward.
Contact Information:
FBI: 1-800-CALL-FBI or tips.fbi.gov
HSI: 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or ice.gov/webform/ice-tip-form
Outside the U.S.: Visit the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate
Inside the U.S.: Contact your local FBI office
All identities will be kept strictly confidential. Government officials and employees are not eligible for the reward.
read more
Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685
NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria
Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO
Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided
News
Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks
News
Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank
News
Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region
News
One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid
Videos & Features
Story behind Trending Jessica Radcliffe Death Video
News
Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters
Arts & Culture
"Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date
News
China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier
News
Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia
Business
Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs
Videos & Features
Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall
Arts & Culture
South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle
Lifestyle
Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt
Arts & Culture
Lebanese Media: Fayrouz Collapses after Death of Ziad Rahbani