January 28, 2026

Targeted Strike in Bicentenaire, Izo’s Stronghold Hit

January 23, 2026

A security operation was carried out Saturday in Bicentenaire, targeting armed groups active in this strategic area of the capital. Police sources indicate the intervention was part of a coordinated effort against gangs.

According to information reported by RFM, a drone strike hit Village de Dieu, an area known as the stronghold of Izo, also known as “5 Seconds.” Preliminary reports indicate that at least four armed individuals were neutralized.

Authorities have not provided further details regarding the scope of the operation or its immediate aftermath. The action nonetheless signals a hardening of the security response against persistent criminal strongholds.

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