Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: On 23-03-2026, a lawyer filed a complaint stating that M.Sh. (born in 1996, Syrian national) had been kidnapped by unknown individuals in the Jdeideh area while he was inside a rented Range Rover SUV. Following a field inspection conducted by the Information Branch in the area, two spent shell casings were found—one from a Kalashnikov rifle and another from a military-grade handgun—along with a large bloodstain, which led investigators to suspect that a murder had occurred. Through further follow-up, the rented vehicle was located, and upon searching it, a mobile phone was found inside. The competent units of the branch immediately initiated field and intelligence procedures to uncover the circumstances of the incident. As a result of intensive investigations, the identity of one suspect was established: M.M. (born in 1991, Lebanese) On 28-03-2026, following a precise surveillance operation, a patrol from the Information Branch arrested him in the Zaarour area. A search of his residence led to the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics and military weapons. During interrogation, he confessed to drug trafficking and admitted knowing M.Sh., stating that a dispute had occurred between them at dawn on 23-03-2026 near his residence over drug-related matters. He further stated that the victim pursued him into the building’s parking area accompanied by two individuals in an “FJ” SUV, where the victim pointed a handgun at him and fired without hitting him. The suspect then fired back using a Kalashnikov rifle in his possession, striking M.Sh. and causing him to fall to the ground, while his companions fled. He added that he attempted to assist him, but realized he had died. He then placed the body in his vehicle and transported it to the town of Kfar Aaqab, where he burned it in an attempt to conceal the crime. A site inspection was conducted at the location in Kfar Aaqab where the body was burned, and samples were collected for laboratory analysis. A further search of the suspect’s residence in the same town resulted in the seizure of additional quantities of narcotics. Legal measures were taken against the suspect, and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority based on the instructions of the relevant judiciary. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining suspects involved
23/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to combat crime and apprehend offenders, the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit of the Regional Gendarmerie arrested: M.D. (born in 1977, Lebanese) for the offense of harassing a minor girl. It was also established that he works as a caretaker at a public school. He has been handed over to the competent unit for the necessary legal proceedings to be taken against him, based on the instructions of the relevant judicial authority. Notice:The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces emphasizes that protecting children is a shared responsibility between families, society, and security institutions. Early reporting of any suspicious situation is a fundamental pillar in preventing crimes before they occur. Parents are urged to strengthen communication with their children, closely monitor them, encourage them to report any concerning behavior, and not hesitate to immediately contact the competent authorities when needed, in order to ensure the safety of minors and protect society from any form of exploitation or abuse.
22/4/2026
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 drug trafficking and distribution across various Lebanese regions, the Information Branch obtained intelligence regarding an unidentified individual involved in promoting narcotics in several areas of Mount Lebanon. Following investigations and inquiries, the branch was able to identify him as: Q.S. (born in 2004, Syrian national) After a precise surveillance and monitoring operation, one of the branch’s patrols arrested him in flagrante delicto in the Roumieh area while he was distributing drugs aboard a black BMW vehicle fitted with a forged license plate, which was seized along with the car. A search of the suspect and the vehicle led to the seizure of: 15 plastic containers containing “base” substance 46 plastic containers containing cocaine 12 bags containing marijuana One bag marked with the letter “J” containing marijuana 6 bags containing cannabis resin (hashish) One bag marked with the number “250” containing cannabis resin Bags containing salvia One bag containing 1,210 Captagon pills A mobile phone, a sum of money, and a vehicle license plate During interrogation, he confessed to the charges against him. Legal proceedings were initiated against him, and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority based on the instructions of the relevant judicial authority.
22/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following: One of the contracting companies will resume the implementation of “installation of reflective road studs” works on the eastern lane of the highway extending from the Qartaba junction to Jbeil, starting from 22:00 this evening, 21-04-2026, until 05:00 the following morning, on a daily basis until 10-05-2026. These works will lead to the diversion of traffic to the coastal road, from the Nahr Ibrahim junction toward Jbeil. Citizens are kindly requested to take note and comply with the instructions and guidance of the Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as with traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
21/4/2026
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: Mary Bal Charles Al-Aaraj (born in 2010, Lebanese) She left her family home in the town of Ghalboun – Jbeil on 15-04-2026 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 Lehfed Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the following number: 09-945852, in order to provide any relevant information.
21/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: Based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the detained individual: H.H. (born in 1975, Palestinian) He is suspected of committing fraud and scam operations عبر social media by posting advertisements offering beds and mattresses at reduced prices, accompanied by videos promoting these offers. When contacted by potential customers, he would request an advance payment via money transfer offices as a deposit. After receiving the money, he would cut off all means of communication. Accordingly, the General Directorate requests that anyone who has fallen victim to his actions or recognizes him contact the Information Branch – Beirut Branch at the following number: 01-705127, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
21/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts carried out by the Internal Security Forces units to combat crime across various Lebanese regions, the Information Branch obtained intelligence regarding the activities of a gang whose members carry out fraud and scam operations targeting Syrian nationals. The victims are lured through fake social media accounts and misled into believing that travel to European countries can be arranged for them in exchange for sums of money. Accordingly, the competent units within the branch initiated technical and intelligence measures to uncover the gang and arrest its members. As a result of investigations and inquiries, their identities were identified, including: M.J.N. (born in 1981, Syrian) A.J.N. (born in 1998, Syrian) Orders were given to locate and arrest them in coordination with the judiciary. Following careful surveillance, one of the branch’s patrols tracked them in the Ramlet el-Baida area, where they were arrested in flagrante delicto while attempting to receive an مبلغ of five thousand US dollars from one of the victims. During interrogation, they confessed to carrying out numerous fraud and scam operations in collaboration with a third accomplice. They would lure victims through fake social media accounts, deceive them with promises of facilitating travel to European countries in exchange for payments in US dollars, then disappear after collecting the money. 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 their accomplice.
20/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts by the Internal Security Forces to combat drug trafficking and distribution across various Lebanese regions, the Division Branch obtained intelligence about an unidentified individual promoting drugs in several areas of Beirut. Accordingly, orders were given to the competent units within the branch to carry out field and intelligence operations to identify and arrest the suspect. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the branch identified him as: A.S. (born in 1991, Lebanese) On 02-04-2026, following careful surveillance and monitoring, one of the branch’s patrols arrested him in the Saifi area aboard a Nissan vehicle, which was seized. Simultaneously, another patrol from the branch arrested one of his clients in the Corniche Mazraa area aboard a “Baic” vehicle, which was also seized. He was identified as: 1.S. (born in 1988, Lebanese) Upon searching both individuals and the two vehicles, a large quantity of drugs (cocaine, cannabis, and narcotic pills) was found in the possession of the first suspect, while a quantity of narcotic substances was found with the second. During interrogation, the first suspect confessed to the charges against him, admitting that he was distributing drugs on behalf of a dealer known as “Al-Khal.” The second stated that he uses drugs and obtains them from the first suspect, in addition to carrying out thefts of medications and cosmetic products from inside a pharmacy in the Corniche Mazraa area. Legal measures were taken against both, and they, along with the seized items, were referred to the competent authority upon the direction of the relevant judiciary.
19/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: As part of the daily efforts carried out by the Internal Security Forces to curb drug trafficking and distribution across various Lebanese regions, the Division Branch obtained intelligence regarding an unidentified individual promoting drugs in Mount Lebanon, particularly in the Metn area. Following intensive investigations and inquiries, the branch identified him as: A.M. (born in 1990, Lebanese), subject to an arrest warrant for drug-related offenses. On 21-03-2026, after careful surveillance and monitoring, one of the branch’s patrols arrested him in flagrante delicto in the Bourj Hammoud area while he was distributing drugs aboard a black Mercedes vehicle, which was seized. Upon searching him and the vehicle, the following were found: 46 plastic containers containing cocaine labeled with various markings (TNT – VIP – X – B – AJ) 90 counterfeit US dollars A mobile phone and sums of money in different currencies During interrogation, he confessed to the charges against him.Legal procedures were carried out against him, and he, along with the seized items, was referred to the competent authority based on the instructions of the relevant judiciary.
18/4/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following: A contracting company will carry out maintenance works on rainwater drainage openings (“regards”) in the Zokak El-Blat area – at the intersection of Zokak El-Blat Mosque toward Husseiniyat Al-Zahraa, starting from 6:00 p.m. on 17-04-2026 until 7:00 a.m. on 20-04-2026. These works will lead to the closure of the road in the area, with traffic being diverted to Judge Al-Kasti Street. Citizens are requested to take note and comply with the instructions and guidance of the Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as with directional traffic signs, in order to prevent congestion.
17/4/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Following the announcement of the ceasefire, heavy gunfire was reported in several neighborhoods of the southern suburbs, in addition to the إطلاق of rocket-propelled projectiles. Immediately, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field measures to identify those responsible for the gunfire and to pursue and arrest them, in preparation for taking the necessary legal actions against them based on the instructions of the judiciary. The General Directorate affirms that it will not tolerate any breach of security and public order, and calls on citizens to refrain from firing weapons under any circumstances, due to the danger this phenomenon poses to public safety.
17/4/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Further to our previous statement regarding facilitating the identification of missing, unidentified victims or human remains, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces reminds the relatives of the missing, the the need for them to attend daily from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at one of the incident offices التابعة to the Judicial Police Unit in the governorates, in order to provide the necessary samples for DNA testing, which contributes to identifying the victims or remains. Please bring one of the following identification documents (passport, family civil registry extract, or identity card). It is preferable that two relatives from the direct ascendants or descendants (father, mother, children) be present. If this is not possible, they may be siblings. According to the following schedule: Locations: Central Incident Office – Beirut, Corniche Mazraa, Emil Helou Barracks, Abu Shahin Wing, 2nd floor Incident Office in Baabda – Araya, Araya Complex, 2nd floor Jounieh Unit – Bustani Center, opposite Jounieh Serail, 3rd floor Incident Office in Zahle – Zahle, next to Zahle Palace of Justice Baalbek Unit – Baalbek, Model Building of Baalbek Station, ground floor Incident Office in Saida – Haret Saida, Talet Mar Elias Complex, ground floor Nabatieh Unit – Nabatieh, Kfarjouz Complex, 5th floor Incident Office in Tripoli – Tripoli, Al-Tal Square, Fares Building, 2nd floor
17/4/2026
