Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following communiqué was issued: On 23-02-2026, citizen (K. B., born in 1976, Lebanese) reported that a group of unknown armed individuals entered his residence located in the Hamra area / Beirut, after threatening the building concierge with military weapons and restraining the domestic worker. They managed to steal an iron safe containing five luxury wristwatches estimated to be worth approximately USD /200,000/, before fleeing to an unknown destination. Immediately, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field and intelligence measures to identify and arrest those involved. As a result of intensive investigations and inquiries, the Information Branch was able to identify a number of those involved, including: H. Z. D. (born in 1998, Lebanese) M. K. (born in 1976, Lebanese) A. A. H. (born in 1975, Lebanese) A. Y. (born in 2000, Palestinian) On 14 and 16-05-2026, following precise surveillance and monitoring operations, patrols from the Branch were able to arrest them in the areas of Bir Hassan, Tahwitat Al-Ghadir, and Jnah. During the investigation, they confessed to the charges attributed to them regarding their participation, along with others, in planning and carrying out the theft. They also stated that, after carrying out the operation, they went to the residence of the detainee (A. A. H.), where they examined the stolen watches. They then contacted his son, who resides in the United States of America and owns a jewelry and watch shop, and smuggled the watches to him. The detainee (M. K.) also confessed to keeping one of the stolen watches and selling it in the Barbir market for USD /2,300/. The necessary legal measures were taken against the detainees, and they were handed over to the competent authority upon the instruction of the competent judiciary. Efforts are still ongoing to arrest the remaining individuals involved.
3/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: On 04/05/2026, an unidentified individual transported A. Z. (born in 1994, Syrian) to a hospital after he had sustained a gunshot wound to the hand that penetrated his chest. He later succumbed to his injuries. The person who transported him refused to provide his identity or phone number and claimed that the victim had been shot during an attempted robbery in the Ard Jalloul area. Immediately, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces launched field and intelligence investigations to uncover the circumstances of the incident, identify those involved, and arrest them. As a result of intensive inquiries and investigations, the Information Branch determined that the victim had been present at a butcher shop in Tariq El Jdideh owned by: W. Q. (born in 2001, Syrian) On 12/05/2026, following a precise surveillance and monitoring operation, one of the Branch’s patrols arrested him in the Tariq El Jdideh area. During interrogation, he confessed that on 04/05/2026, while A. Z. was inside his butcher shop, he accidentally fired a shot from a Glock pistol while joking with the victim. The bullet struck the victim’s hand and penetrated his chest. He further admitted that, with the assistance of his father: S. Q. (born in 1977, Syrian) and his uncle: S. Q. (born in 1975, Syrian) as well as several workers, he transported the victim to a pharmacy inside Shatila Camp in an attempt to provide first aid, before taking him to a hospital where he later died. He also admitted that they instructed those present in the butcher shop to provide false statements claiming that the victim had arrived already wounded by gunfire, in an attempt to mislead investigators and the victim’s family. He further stated that he hid the firearm in a room on the outskirts of the camp. In addition, he confessed to removing and discarding the shop’s surveillance cameras to conceal evidence of the crime and revealed that they were planning to contact the victim’s family in Syria to obtain a waiver of legal rights. The father and uncle of W. Q. were subsequently arrested and confessed to their involvement. The firearm used in the incident was recovered and seized. The necessary legal measures were taken against the suspects, who were referred, along with the seized evidence, to the competent judicial authority based on the instructions of the judiciary.
2/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: Pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the logos of the companies “Quick Line” and “Scholar Way,” which are linked to the detainee: T. A. (born in 1971, Lebanese) He is accused of fraud and deception after misleading a number of victims by claiming that he could secure free educational scholarships abroad in exchange for USD 600 per application. Therefore, the General Directorate requests that anyone who has fallen victim to his activities report to the Zahle Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit, located in the Zahle Palace of Justice, or contact either of the following numbers: 08-807064 or 08-807063, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
2/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: Pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photographs of the detainees: A. A. (born in 2004, Lebanese) J. S. (born in 2001, Lebanese) for their involvement in carrying out robbery operations in the city of Tripoli. Therefore, the General Directorate requests that anyone who has fallen victim to their activities and recognizes them report to the Tripoli Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit, located at the Tripoli Serail, or contact either of the following numbers: 06-626393 or 06-423039, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
2/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the specialized units of the Internal Security Forces to combat smuggling activities and arrest those involved throughout Lebanese territory, particularly drug smuggling operations, the Bekaa Investigation Division of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit received information regarding an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics into Syria through illegal dirt roads. Following surveillance and monitoring, a force from the aforementioned division set up a carefully planned ambush on 22/05/2026 in the Masharii Al-Qaa area to thwart the smuggling operation and arrest those involved. After an exchange of gunfire with the smugglers, officers seized a Mercedes van, a Bart motorcycle, and a quantity of narcotic pills (Captagon) packed in nylon bags. The seized shipment weighed approximately 211 kilograms and contained around 1,172,000 Captagon pills, packed inside 1,192 nylon bags, each weighing 176 grams and marked with the phrase “Made in Germany.” As a result of the investigations conducted by the division to identify the smugglers who fled following the exchange of gunfire, one of the suspects was arrested in less than two hours after the ambush. He was identified as: W. S. (born in 2000, Syrian national) The identity of the van driver was also established, and a wanted notice was issued against him. Efforts are ongoing to arrest him, while investigations continue in coordination with the competent judicial authorities.
1/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: On 11/05/2026, a patrol from the Division Branch arrested: Z. M. (born in 1967, Lebanese) for carrying out numerous fraud, scam, and impersonation operations using various methods in the governorates of Beirut and Mount Lebanon. It was also established that he has a criminal record involving fraud, deception, and impersonation offenses. The detainee was referred to the Beiteddine Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit for further investigation. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred to the competent judicial authority. Therefore, and based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photograph of the detainee and requests anyone who has fallen victim to his activities and recognizes him to report to the Beiteddine Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit or contact either of the following numbers: 25-300216 or 25-300187, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
30/5/2026
issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: One of the contracting companies will carry out cleaning works in the Airport Tunnel on the westbound carriageway (Airport–Khaldeh) on 31/05/2026, between 5:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. During this period, the aforementioned carriageway will be closed until the completion of the works. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of these measures and comply with the instructions and guidance of the Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as the directional traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
30/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the continuous efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces units to combat crimes and arrest perpetrators across Lebanese territory, the Information Branch obtained information regarding the activities of an unidentified individual involved in motorcycle theft operations in the areas of the Kuwaiti Embassy and Hazmieh. Following intensive investigations and inquiries, one of the Branch’s patrols succeeded in arresting him in the Hazmieh area. He was identified as: A. R. A. (born in 2006, Syrian) He was arrested while riding a blue “GR” motorcycle without license plates, which was found to be stolen and subsequently seized. A search conducted on him led to the seizure of a mobile phone, an amount of money, and a foreign SIM card. During interrogation, he confessed to carrying out several motorcycle theft operations in the Kuwaiti Embassy and Hazmieh areas. He also admitted that the motorcycle on which he was arrested had been stolen, along with another motorcycle, on 05/05/2026 from in front of City Center in the Hazmieh area. The owner of the seized motorcycle was contacted and the vehicle was returned to him. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he, along with the seized items, was referred to the competent authority based on the instructions of the judiciary.
28/5/2026
A workshop in Jounieh on the concept of community policing with the participation of the Internal Security Forces and municipalities, in coordination with Siren Associates.
23/5/2026
A workshop in Jounieh on the concept of community policing with the participation of the Internal Security Forces and municipalities, in coordination with Siren Associates.
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: On 22/05/2026, a workshop on the concept of community policing was inaugurated at the Jounieh Municipality building, with the participation of the Internal Security Forces, the Keserwan Federation of Municipalities, and the coastal municipalities, in coordination with “Siren Associates.” The workshop aimed to strengthen cooperation and coordination between security agencies, municipal police, and citizens, thereby contributing to the development of joint security work, enhancing preventive security, and reinforcing effective partnerships to preserve security and stability within cities and towns. On this occasion, the Commander of the Mount Lebanon Region in the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, Brigadier General Abdo Khalil, representing the Director General of the Internal Security Forces Major General Raed Abdallah, delivered a speech emphasizing the importance of continuous cooperation and coordination between security agencies and local authorities. He stressed that security work is based on service, trust, and partnership, and that ongoing communication between the Internal Security Forces and municipalities enhances preventive and proactive security and contributes to achieving the desired positive outcomes. For his part, the President of the Keserwan and Ftouh Federation of Municipalities, Mr. Elie Baaino, affirmed that security is not merely an organizational measure but rather the fundamental pillar of community stability. He emphasized that integration between municipal police and the Internal Security Forces creates a genuine safety network for society based on rapid response, information sharing, and teamwork. He considered security a shared responsibility and noted that sincere cooperation remains the shortest path toward a safer, more stable, and prosperous society. In turn, the Mayor of Jounieh, Mr. Fayçal Frem, highlighted the importance of launching the workshop on community policing, which strengthens cooperation between the Internal Security Forces, municipal police, and citizens, with the aim of consolidating a genuine partnership to preserve security, enhance stability, and serve citizens. Following the opening session, a workshop was held between officers of the Jounieh Company units, led by Company Commander Colonel Charbel Habib, and municipal police commissioners from the nine participating coastal municipalities. The session focused on discussing the mechanisms for implementing the concept of community policing, explaining its objectives, foundations, and role in enhancing cooperation between the Internal Security Forces, municipalities, and society.
“Peace for Lebanon” … A grand musical evening performed by the Internal Security Forces Band at the Cathedral of Saints Gregory and Elias for Armenian Catholics in downtown Beirut.
18/5/2026
“Peace for Lebanon” … A grand musical evening performed by the Internal Security Forces Band at the Cathedral of Saints Gregory and Elias for Armenian Catholics in downtown Beirut.
An exceptional concert entitled “Peace for Lebanon” was held at the Cathedral of Saints Gregory and Elias for Armenian Catholics – Debbas Square in downtown Beirut, under the patronage and in the presence of His Beatitude Patriarch Raphaël Bedros XXI Minassian, Patriarch of the Armenian Catholics. Brigadier General Doctor El Fard Hanna, Chief of Staff of the Internal Security Forces, represented the Minister of Interior and Municipalities Ahmad Hajjar and the Director General of the Internal Security Forces Major General Raed Abdallah at the event, which was attended by ministerial, parliamentary, political, judicial, military, and media figures, in addition to more than 500 guests. The concert was performed by the Internal Security Forces Band under the direction of Colonel Antoine Touma, with the participation of elite opera singers and professional performers, accompanied by the Mar Elias – Ballouneh Choir. The program featured a selection of Lebanese national musical pieces by the Rahbani Brothers, Zaki Nassif, and Majida El Roumi, in addition to renowned international and Armenian musical works performed in more than six languages. Over the course of seventy minutes of refined music and distinguished performance, the Internal Security Forces Band reaffirmed its high artistic and cultural presence despite various challenges and circumstances, carrying a message of life and peace… for Lebanon.
The Internal Security Forces participate with their female personnel in a sports race in Tripoli in support of community awareness and the fight against domestic violence.
6/5/2026
The Internal Security Forces participate with their female personnel in a sports race in Tripoli in support of community awareness and the fight against domestic violence.
As part of strengthening the principles of community policing and the ongoing cooperation between the Internal Security Forces and civil society, and upon the invitation of the “Al-Jawahir Al-Hassan Association in the Service of Humanity,” the Internal Security Forces participated in a sports event organized in the Al-Damm and Al-Faraz area in Tripoli on 03-05-2026, under the title “Run For Lebanon.” This event, which was organized with the support of several leading institutions and companies in the North, included artistic, sports, and recreational activities, prize distribution, and a 5 km running race, with the participation of nearly 1,000 male and female participants from various age groups, including school pupils, university students, civil society associations, sports and cultural clubs, as well as participants from the Orders of Engineers, Doctors, and Lawyers. The presence of the Internal Security Forces was represented by the participation of a number of female officers, who took part in line with the event’s objective “We run for Lebanon,” aiming to spread a meaningful and strong message against domestic violence, and as a step toward raising awareness among the components of Lebanese society to reduce various forms of violence-related crimes, and to encourage reporting such cases through the hotline 1745, with the goal of breaking the barrier of silence and strengthening citizens’ trust in the Internal Security Forces. This initiative was widely welcomed and appreciated by participants of all ages. This event combined a family-friendly atmosphere with purposeful sports activities, emphasizing that sports are a way of life and an investment in both mind and spirit, and that they promote the values of discipline and cooperation among different segments of society.
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following communiqué was issued: The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces, based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority, circulates the photograph of the missing person: Abeer Abdullah Noman (born in 1997, Lebanese) who left her residence in the Darin area of Akkar on 01-06-2026 and headed to an unknown destination. Therefore, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact the Abboudieh Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at: 06-264815, and provide any relevant information.
3/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing woman: Rachal Tamim Mallat (born in 1995, Lebanese) who left her family’s home located in the Qalamoun area on 12-05-2026 to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Therefore, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact the Bab El Raml Police Station in the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the number 06-423491 in order to provide any available information.
15/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing minor: Jouane Tarek Obeid (born in 2009, Lebanese) who left her father’s home located in Ain El Tineh – Miniyeh-Danniyeh on 06-04-2026 to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Therefore, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact the Safira Police Station in the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the number: 06-265001, in order to provide any available information.
14/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following: Based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing person: Nagham Fawaz Shreiteh (born in 2005, Lebanese) who left her home located in Tripoli – المطران Street on 06-05-2026 to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Therefore, anyone who has seen her or knows her whereabouts is requested to contact the Tall Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the number: 06-448303, in order to provide any available information.
10/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing minor: Huda Mohammad Bashir (born in 2009, Lebanese) who left on 05-05-2026 the “Kuwaiti School” center in Sidon, designated for sheltering displaced persons as a result of the Israeli aggression against Lebanon, and has not returned to date. Therefore, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact the Saida Old Town Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the number: 07-721701, in order to provide any available information.
7/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: The General Directorate of Internal Security Forces, based on the instruction of the competent judiciary, circulates the photo of the missing person: Mona Sobhi Abu Eid (born in 1997, Lebanese) She left her family home located in Al-Qadiriyeh – Al-Khiara in the Western Bekaa on 17-04-2026 to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. It is noted that she suffers from mental health issues, and this is the fifth time she has left her home in this manner. Therefore, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact Jeb Jennine Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the number: 08-661391 and provide any relevant information.
25/4/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing minor: -Ghaith Suleiman Al-Ahmad (born in 2010, Syrian nationality), who has been missing for approximately three months in the Kfour – Nabatieh area and has not returned to date. Therefore, anyone who has seen him or has any information about him or his whereabouts is requested to contact the El-Tall Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the number: 06-448303, in order to provide any available information.
17/4/2026
The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: Based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing minor: -Ahmad Fadi Al-Hussein (born in 2009, Lebanese), who left his family home located in Sahat Al-Nour / Tripoli on 14-02-2026 to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Anyone who has seen him or has any information about him or his whereabouts is requested to contact the Al-Tall Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at 06-448303 and provide any available information.
17/2/2026
