Benin: Man opens fire on police; several weapons found at his home

A man described as responsible for public disorder and death threats was arrested on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Havikpa-Vouinkpa, in the commune of Zè, Benin. According to reports, he refused to comply during a Republican Police operation, barricaded his home and moved his family to safety before firing a homemade pistol. Officers subdued and disarmed him after forcing their way in through a rear door. A search uncovered a homemade pistol, 11 swords, 12 hatchets, four arrows, a machete and two small knives.