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A "ROAST" is like a Barbeque.
Reminds me of Eddie Murphy at the cook out… WOOF… NOW THATS A FIRE… "Roll Charlie round a bit, he be OK"
Jimmy Chérizier, also known as “Babekyou” or “Barbecue”, is a Haitian rebellious leader and former police officer. He currently heads the Fòs Revolisyonè G9 an fanmi e alye (Revolutionary Forces of the G9 Family and Allies), which is a federation of over a dozen Haitian gangs based in Port-au-Prince1. His influence has surged due to the ongoing armed rebellion in Haiti, where he plays a central role in the violent gang attacks against the government2. Let’s delve into the complex persona of this enigmatic figure:
Background and Nickname:
Born during the 1970s, Jimmy Chérizier grew up in the rundown Port-au-Prince community of Delmas. His mother earned a living by selling fried chicken on the streets, which allegedly led to his nickname “Barbecue.” Some claim that his penchant for incinerating victims contributed to this moniker.
Chérizier lost his father at the tender age of five, and his upbringing occurred during the brutal and corrupt reign of Baby Doc Duvalier.
Gang Leadership and Motivations:
Chérizier’s gang, known as the G9, has been at the forefront of the uprising against Prime Minister Ariel Henry. He has welcomed foreign reporters, attempting to justify what he calls a noble but bloody crusade to defend Haiti’s famished urban poor.
In interviews, he presents himself as a God-fearing Caribbean Robin Hood, celebrating freedom fighters like Fidel Castro, Thomas Sankara, and Malcolm X. However, he openly acknowledges his reliance on firearms for his cause.
Chérizier describes his favela army as a sociopolitical force fighting on behalf of the vulnerable, emphasizing that he is not involved in theft, kidnapping, or rape.
Complicated Reputation:
Before becoming a gang leader, Chérizier served as a member of Haiti’s national police, specifically in the riot squad. However, his actions appear to diverge from the police motto of “proteger et servir” (to protect and serve).
Despite his claims of social justice, experts assert that the truth about Chérizier is far more complicated and unsavory. His admiration for François “Papa Doc” Duvalier, Baby Doc’s father, further complicates his image3.
In the pauperized Haitian slums, murals liken him to the Argentinian guerrilla Ernesto “Che” Guevara, but the reality behind this gang leader remains shrouded in darkness and violence34.