The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to curb crime across various Lebanese regions and arrest perpetrators, particularly those involved in theft, robbery, and pickpocketing, information was received by the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit within the Regional Gendarmerie Unit regarding the presence of two individuals in the area of Hayy Al-Sellom suspected of committing robbery operations while riding a motorcycle in the said area. Following monitoring and surveillance, a unit force arrested them while they were riding a motorcycle. They were identified as: -M.D. (born in 2008, Lebanese according to his statement) -M.S. (born in 2007, Syrian according to his statement) Upon searching them, a military pistol with its magazine containing six live rounds, three black face masks, and a mobile phone were seized in their possession. After checking the motorcycle they were riding, it was found to be stolen. During interrogation, they confessed to carrying out several robbery and pickpocketing operations in the areas of Airport Road and Al-Ouzai. The two detainees, the motorcycle, and the seized items were handed over to the competent unit to take the necessary legal measures against them, in accordance with the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
17/2/2026
The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the ongoing efforts carried out by the competent units of the Internal Security Forces to arrest individuals wanted by the judiciary across various Lebanese regions, and as a result of investigations and inquiries conducted by the Bekaa Investigation Unit within the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, four individuals were arrested in several Bekaa villages, as follows: First:On 12-02-2026, in the town of Al-Ain, the following individual was arrested:-H.S. (born in 1988, Lebanese),who is wanted by the judiciary pursuant to judicial prosecutions for crimes of theft and fraud.A quantity of cannabis resin was also seized in his possession. Second:On 13-02-2026, in the town of Jdeideh – Baalbek, unit members arrested:-H.S. (born in 1978, Lebanese),who is wanted by the judiciary under an arrest warrant and a summary judgment for theft. Third:On 16-02-2026, during a qualitative security operation carried out by patrols of the aforementioned unit in the town of Younine – Baalbek, one of the wanted individuals was arrested:-M.Q. (born in 1966, Lebanese),who is subject to an arrest warrant for complicity in intentional homicide and weapons offenses.A military pistol was seized in his possession. Fourth:On 16-02-2026, one of the unit’s patrols arrested a wanted individual during a qualitative security operation carried out in the town of Kfarzabad – Zahle. He is:-Ch.Ch. (born in 1971, Lebanese),wanted under two arrest warrants: the first for forming a gang, theft, and armed robbery, and the second for theft. A military pistol was seized in his possession. The arrested individuals, along with the seized items, were handed over to the competent units to carry out the necessary legal measures against them, in accordance with the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
17/2/2026
The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: On 16-12-2025, in the locality of Amchit, two armed individuals forcibly entered the residence of D.S. (born in 1968, Lebanese), tied her up, and stole jewelry, a sum of money, and a mobile phone before fleeing to an unknown destination. The value of the stolen items was estimated at approximately USD 7,000. On 24-12-2025, in the locality of Jounieh, while A.Kh. (born in 1971, Lebanese) was opening his currency exchange office, two individuals knocked him to the ground and stole a bag he was carrying containing foreign currencies valued at approximately USD 200,000. The perpetrators fled on a motorcycle to an unknown destination. On 14-1-2026, in the locality of Amchit, two individuals, at gunpoint, robbed a jewelry store owned by D.K. (born in 1958, Lebanese). The stolen items included 285 grams of gold, 50 million Lebanese pounds, USD 1,000, three mobile phones, a military pistol belonging to the shop owner, as well as the surveillance cameras. The perpetrators fled in a black Range Rover SUV. The value of the stolen items was estimated at approximately USD 40,000. On 30-1-2026, R.Kh. (born in 1983, Lebanese) reported that unknown individuals had broken into his father’s residence located in Zalka – Shalloub Building and stole a safe containing 33 ounces of gold. The value of the stolen items was estimated at approximately USD 165,000. Following these incidents, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field operations and intelligence investigations to identify and arrest those involved in the aforementioned robberies. It was determined that the same gang carried out these operations. As a result of intensive inquiries and investigations, the identities of its members were identified as follows: M.Z. (born in 2003, Lebanese) M.A. (born in 1997, Lebanese) Kh.A. (born in 2000, Syrian) A.H. (born in 2000, Lebanese) M.A. (born in 1992, Lebanese) B.M. (born in 1977, Syrian) M.F. (born in 2007, Lebanese) Following close surveillance and monitoring operations conducted on 2, 3, 6, and 8-02-2026, division patrols arrested them in the areas of Sabra, Chiyah, and Qasqas. During interrogation, they confessed to committing the aforementioned robberies and to attempting to rob the money changer A.Kh. a second time, but they failed. They also stated that they had planned to carry out additional robberies in the areas of Mtayleb, Amchit, and Sodeco, and that they would divide the stolen goods among themselves. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred to the competent judicial authority based on the prosecutor’s instructions. Efforts are ongoing to arrest other individuals involved.
17/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts carried out by the Internal Security Forces to combat various crimes and arrest their perpetrators, and following several complaints received by the Rashmaya Police Station, affiliated with the Aley Detachment in the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, regarding the theft of copper electrical cables within the town, immediate action was taken. As a result of diligent follow-up, a patrol from the aforementioned detachment raided the homes of several Syrian nationals and arrested the following individuals: J.D. (born in 1995) A.A. (born in 1996) M.A. (born in 1999) H.E. (born in 2008) During interrogation, it was established that the first and second suspects had carried out several thefts of copper electrical cables and sold them. They confessed to the acts attributed to them. All four individuals were arrested for illegal entry into the country, and the first and second were additionally charged with stealing copper cables. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred to the competent authority based on the instructions of the relevant judiciary.
16/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Based on a complaint filed by citizen A.D. (born in 1989), owner of a jewelry shop on Barbour Street, against an unknown person for the theft of a gold item from his store, the Basta Police Station of the Beirut Police Unit conducted an investigation. The complainant stated that on 13-02-2026, a woman entered his shop under the pretext of purchasing a gold item and left without buying anything. After her departure, he checked his merchandise and discovered that a gold item was missing. As a result of follow-up investigations and review of surveillance camera footage, it was confirmed that the aforementioned woman had stolen a gold item from the shop. Accordingly, and based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating her photograph and requests that anyone who knows her whereabouts or has any information about her contact the Basta Police Station of the Beirut Police Unit at 01-633808 in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures. Any person providing information will have their identity kept strictly confidential, in accordance with the law.
16/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: In recent times, several armed robbery incidents have occurred, targeting a number of individuals in the Mount Lebanon area. The victims were lured through social media via a dating application for homosexuals. The latest incident involved the robbery of a person in the Naccache area. As a result, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field and intelligence measures to identify and arrest those involved. Following investigations and inquiries, the Information Branch identified the suspects as: E.K. (born in 2007, Lebanese) J.E. (born in 2007, Lebanese) A.M. (born in 2009, Lebanese), minor On 30-01-2026, after a careful surveillance and monitoring operation, Information Branch patrols arrested the first in Sin El Fil, the second in Zouk Mosbeh, and the third in Naccache. During interrogation, they confessed to the charges against them, stating that they had created an account on the aforementioned application to lure homosexual individuals to the home of the grandfather of the third suspect in Naccache, where they would threaten them with kitchen knives and rob them of the money and other belongings in their possession. They also admitted to drug use. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred to the competent authority based on the instructions of the relevant judiciary. Efforts are ongoing to arrest other individuals involved.
16/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: The Traffic Units of the Internal Security Forces continue their mission of enforcing speeding violations through radar monitoring day and night. During the week from 09-02-2026 until the morning of 16-02-2026, a total of 4,072 speeding tickets were issued. This measure aims to preserve citizens’ safety, deter reckless driving, and reduce accidents. Furthermore, as part of their duties in maintaining security and public order and combating crime in all its forms, the units of the Internal Security Forces arrested 230 persons across Lebanese territory during the same period (from 09-02-2026 until the morning of 16-02-2026). Those arrested were involved in various criminal acts and were wanted by the judiciary under different warrants and judicial rulings.
16/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: As part of the continuous efforts undertaken by the specialized units of the Internal Security Forces to curb theft and robbery operations across various Lebanese regions, information was received about two unidentified individuals riding a GR-type motorcycle (other specifications unknown) who were carrying out armed robberies against citizens in Mount Lebanon. Accordingly, the specialized units of the Information Division initiated field and intelligence procedures to identify and arrest the perpetrators. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Branch succeeded in identifying one of them as: A. (born in 2007, Lebanese) On 07-02-2026, following close surveillance, one of the Branch’s patrols spotted a GR motorcycle ridden by the المذكور in the Bourj Hammoud area. A well-executed ambush led to his arrest and the seizure of the motorcycle. Upon searching him and the motorcycle, the following items were seized in his possession: A military pistol with a magazine and one live round Screwdrivers, pliers, and burglary tools A knife Two balaclavas A sum of money Three mobile phones During interrogation, he confessed to the charges against him, admitting that, in partnership with another individual (efforts are ongoing to arrest him), he had committed dozens of purse-snatching incidents and armed robberies in the areas of Dora, Bourj Hammoud, Nabaa, Antelias, and Jdeideh, in addition to two motorcycle thefts in the Khaldeh area. He further admitted that he used the seized pistol and knife in carrying out the robberies, that on one occasion he injured one of his victims, and on another he fired shots into the air to intimidate. He also stated that he used to sell the stolen goods inside the Sabra camp and split the proceeds with his accomplice. Legal measures were taken against him. He was arrested and referred, along with the seized items, to the competent judicial authority based on the prosecution’s directive, while efforts continue to arrest his accomplice.
15/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: On 27-01-2026, the individual identified as G.Z.D. (born in 1996, Lebanese) reported that while passing through the Shweifat area in his BMW vehicle, he was intercepted by two unknown individuals who pointed military weapons at him, stole his car and personal belongings, and then fled to an unknown destination. Immediately, the specialized units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field and intelligence procedures to identify and arrest those involved. As a result of intensive investigations and inquiries, the Information Division succeeded within hours in identifying them as: A. (born in 1998, Lebanese) S. (born in 2004, Lebanese) On 28-01-2026, following close surveillance, one of the Division’s patrols—less than 24 hours after the robbery—spotted the first suspect driving the stolen vehicle, arrested him, and recovered the car. Simultaneously, a well-planned ambush was carried out in the Hay Al-Sellom area, resulting in the arrest of the second suspect. During interrogation, both confessed to the charges against them, including forming a gang to rob and steal vehicles at gunpoint, among them the robbery of the BMW belonging to G.Z.D. in the Shweifat area. The vehicle was returned to its owner. Legal measures were taken against the two detainees, and they were referred to the competent judicial authority based on the prosecution’s directive.
14/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: As part of the daily efforts carried out by the units of the Internal Security Forces to combat drug trafficking and distribution and to arrest those involved, the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit of the Regional Gendarmerie received information about an individual dealing drugs in the Kaslik area. Following investigations and inquiries, a patrol from the unit arrested him in a targeted operation while he was riding a motorcycle. He was identified as: M. M. (born in 1995, Lebanese) Upon searching him and the motorcycle, the following were seized: • 8 small bags containing narcotic substances • A transparent bag containing a quantity of magic mushrooms • A mobile phone and an amount of money in US dollars In a related development, The Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit also received information about a person distributing drugs in the Bir El Abed area while riding a motorcycle. After intensive investigations, his identity was established, and he was arrested in a targeted operation in the said area while riding a “GR” motorcycle. He was identified as: K. H. (born in 2002, Lebanese) Seized in his possession were: • 41 plastic capsules containing narcotic substances • 5 bags containing hashish and marijuana • An amount of money and two mobile phones The two detainees, the seized items, and the two motorcycles were handed over to the competent units in order to take the necessary legal measures against them, based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
12/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: Pursuant to instructions from the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of an individual arrested by the Beirut Judicial Police Unit on charges of fraud and unlawfully obtaining money from citizens by impersonating an “electricity bill collector.” It was found that a number of citizens fell victim to his fraudulent acts in several areas of the Mount Lebanon and Beirut governorates. He is identified as: Kh. A. (born in 1973, Palestinian) Accordingly, the Directorate requests that anyone who has fallen victim to his actions and recognizes him report to the headquarters of the aforementioned unit, located at Barbar El Khazen Barracks – Verdun, or call one of the following numbers: 01-810170 or 01-810171, in preparation for the necessary legal measures to be taken.
12/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: On 04-02-2026, unknown armed individuals traveling in three vehicles intercepted a group of young men riding in a passenger van in the Minieh area. They pointed military-grade weapons at them, smashed the van’s windows, and fled to an unknown destination. The incident sparked a wave of anger in the area and was widely circulated on social media. Immediately, instructions were given to the competent units of the Information Branch to carry out field and intelligence measures to determine the circumstances of the incident, identify those involved, and arrest them. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Branch succeeded within hours in identifying those involved in intercepting the van and assaulting the young men inside, including: Kh. S. D. (born in 1987, Lebanese) M. K. (born in 1994, Lebanese) On the same date, following a precise surveillance and monitoring operation, a patrol from the Branch arrested the first suspect in Minieh, while the second turned himself in. A Kalashnikov-type rifle was seized. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred to the competent unit based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining individuals involved.
12/2/2026
