The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the Internal Security Forces’ ongoing efforts to track down and apprehend individuals wanted by the judiciary, a patrol from the Halba Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit arrested the following individual on 23 August 2026: J. D. (born in 1986, Lebanese national), nicknamed “Doctor Food,” who is wanted under two judicial warrants—an apprehension warrant and an arrest warrant—for a drug-related offence. His arrest came after a month of investigations and surveillance, during a carefully planned raid on his residence in the Rahbeh – Akkar area. It should be noted that the suspect would film his content and then deliberately leave his place of residence, frequently changing the vehicles and phone numbers he used in an attempt to evade surveillance and prevent the authorities from locating him. However, following continued investigative efforts, the competent unit succeeded in locating and arresting him. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred to the competent authority pursuant to judicial instructions.

23/8/2026

The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: On 21 August 2026, the body of an unidentified man, in an advanced state of decomposition and with facial features no longer clearly recognizable, was found in the Choueifat area near Spot Mall. The body was transferred to the morgue at Baabda Governmental Hospital. Description: A man in his thirties, wearing tight camouflage-patterned (“Marines”) trousers and a black jacket. Accordingly, and pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces asks his relatives or anyone with information that may help identify him to contact the Choueifat Police Station of the Territorial Gendarmerie Unit at 05-533140, so that the necessary legal procedures can be completed prior to the release of the body to his family.

23/8/2026

As part of the Internal Security Forces’ ongoing efforts to curb armed robberies, snatch thefts, and motorcycle thefts across Lebanon, and following a recent increase in such crimes committed by members of a gang operating in several areas of Mount Lebanon, specialized units intensified their field and intelligence operations to identify and apprehend those involved. Following extensive investigations and inquiries, the Information Branch succeeded in identifying the gang members, including its alleged ringleader: H. H. (born in 2002, Lebanese national). He is wanted under 25 judicial warrants for offences including attempted murder, forming a criminal gang, shooting, armed robbery, theft, and snatch theft. He is also the subject of a search and investigation notice for snatch theft. On 10 August 2026, following close surveillance, the Branch’s Special Force spotted him in the Kafaat area while he was stealing a white NMAX motorcycle. When officers attempted to arrest him, he drew a handgun and attempted to fire at them, prompting the officers to open fire. He was wounded in his left foot. After attempting to flee, he was apprehended together with: A. H. (born in 2003, Lebanese national), who is also wanted by the judiciary and was attempting to assist him. The first suspect was taken to hospital for treatment. The stolen white NMAX motorcycle and a mobile phone were seized. During questioning, the first suspect admitted that, together with other accomplices, he had carried out numerous motorcycle thefts and snatched gold chains from the necks of passers-by in Kafaat, Choueifat, Maamoura, Sfeir, Hazmieh, Hadath, and Furn el-Chebbak. He added that he sold the stolen property inside the Bourj el-Barajneh refugee camp and used the proceeds to purchase drugs. He also admitted to using drugs. During questioning, the second suspect also admitted to the allegations against him. The seized motorcycle was returned to its owner. The necessary legal measures were taken against both suspects, and they were referred to the competent authority pursuant to judicial instructions. Efforts remain ongoing to apprehend the remaining members of the gang. Accordingly, and pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating a photograph of detainee H. H. and asks anyone who has fallen victim to his activities to report to the Mount Lebanon Information Branch or call 01-513732, so that the necessary legal procedures can be taken.

22/8/2026

The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: First: Manara – Ras Beirut On 23 August 2026, from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., at the invitation of the Lebanese Triathlon Federation, the Lebanese Duathlon Championship will take place in the Manara – Military Club – Ras Beirut area. The competition will begin with a running event starting in front of the Military Club, immediately followed by a cycling race and then another running event, over five consecutive laps. Route: from the Military Beach in Manara to Ain el-Mreisseh and back. Second: Falougha On 23 August 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., the “First Rock-Climbing Race” will take place in the Falougha (Al-Bgheita) area. Citizens are kindly requested to take note and comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel and the directional signs placed at the aforementioned locations, in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.

22/8/2026