The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts carried out by the Internal Security Forces to monitor the work of driving schools and to pursue illegal transaction-processing offices, members of the Dekwaneh police station in the Regional Gendarmerie Unit inspected the documents of these offices and their methods of operation in the vicinity of the Vehicle Registration Department (“Nafaa”) – Dekwaneh, to verify their compliance with legal requirements. Several violations were recorded, and legal measures were taken accordingly through judicial reports and based on the direction of the competent judiciary, as follows: 9 transaction-processing offices (illegal and prohibited) were sealed with red wax One driving school operating from a branch other than its licensed location was sealed with red wax One car plate manufacturing office, where an employee was carrying out transaction-processing activities داخل “Nafaa”, was sealed with red wax In addition, violations were identified in 10 insurance offices whose owners were carrying out transaction-processing activities The violators were released under residence undertakings after pledging not to engage again in transaction-processing activities. The Vehicle Registration Department was also provided with a list of the violators’ names in order to take the necessary measures.
16/4/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: On 13-4-2026, a dispute occurred in the city of Tyre between: M.T. (born in 1994, Lebanese) A.S. (born in 1972, Lebanese) The dispute escalated when the first individual violently assaulted the second in front of his home and in the presence of his children, leading to his death. The perpetrator then fled to an unknown destination. The crime caused widespread outrage among residents of the aforementioned area. Immediately, the specialized units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field and intelligence procedures. As a result of intensive investigations and inquiries, the Information Branch was able, on the same date, to locate and arrest the suspect in the city of Tyre. Legal measures were taken against him, and he was handed over to the competent unit for further investigation, based on the direction of the relevant judicial authority.
16/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: At dawn on 28-02-2026, a child (F.I., born in 2020, Syrian) and his sister (R.I., born in 2017, Syrian) were admitted in critical condition to a hospital in the Hadath area. The girl soon passed away, and three days later, her brother also died. Following an examination by the forensic doctor, it was confirmed that both children had suffered a sudden lack of oxygen, and that the deaths were consistent with suffocation. During the initial investigation, the children’s mother: W.M. (born in 1996, Syrian) stated that she was surprised by the children’s condition when she attempted to wake them for the pre-dawn meal (suhoor), as they did not respond or move. She said she contacted A.Kh. (born in 1996, Syrian), who helped her transport them to the hospital, which he confirmed in his statement. Accordingly, the competent units of the Information Branch initiated the necessary procedures to uncover the circumstances of the deaths, especially following the forensic report, which raised suspicion that the mother had carried out the crime. On 27-03-2026, W.M. was summoned for questioning. As the investigation progressed and she was confronted with evidence proving her involvement, she confessed to killing her two children by suffocating them with a pillow while they were on her bed at her home in the Sahra Choueifat area. She then left them in that condition for an hour before contacting someone for help. She added that she committed the act due to psychological pressures she had been experiencing. The necessary legal measures were taken against her, and she was referred to the competent authority in accordance with the instructions of the judicial authority.
15/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Based on instructions from the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photos of two detainees suspected of committing armed robbery crimes. They are: A. D. (born in 2002, Lebanese) M. M. (born in 2004, Lebanese) Accordingly, the Directorate requests that anyone who has been a victim of their actions and recognizes them report to the Tripoli Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit, located at the Tripoli Serail, or call either of the following numbers: 06-626393 / 06-423039, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
15/4/2026
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 various crimes and arrest perpetrators, particularly theft and snatching, a patrol from the Information Branch managed to arrest a suspect in flagrante delicto while attempting to steal a handbag belonging to a citizen in the al-Tell area of Tripoli. He was identified as: H. K. (born in 2001, Syrian national) The suspect was handed over to the concerned unit to take the necessary legal measures against him, in accordance with the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
14/4/2026
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 various units of the Internal Security Forces to combat crime across all Lebanese territories, and as a result of field surveillance and precise monitoring, a patrol from the Beirut Investigation Unit arrested a suspect involved in armed robbery, identified as: H. H. D. (born in 1996, Lebanese) Accordingly, and based on instructions from the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces has circulated his photo and requests that anyone who has been a victim of his actions or recognizes him report to the Beirut Central Police Station (Bachoura – “Fire Brigade Building”), or call the following number: 01-656317, in preparation for the necessary legal procedures.
14/4/2026
The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: On 25-03-2026, unknown individuals broke into the home of (A. Sh., born in 1966, Lebanese) located in the Minyeh area. They stole from a safe an amount of approximately $30,000 USD, gold jewelry worth around $20,000 USD, and military pistols. They then set the house furniture on fire and fled to an unknown destination. Following this, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field and intelligence procedures to identify and arrest those involved in the theft. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Information Branch was able within hours to identify them, including: M. Sh. (born in 1984, Lebanese) On 26-03-2026, after careful surveillance and monitoring, one of the branch’s patrols arrested him in the Minyeh area. During interrogation, he confessed to the charges, admitting that he, along with three others, carried out the theft. He stated that his accomplices kept the stolen items and hid the pistols with (H. F., born in 1996, Syrian). He also added that he was hiding more than 40 kg of cannabis in an abandoned house above his place of residence, where it was subsequently seized. On the same date, the latter was arrested in the Minyeh area, and during interrogation, he also confessed to the charges against him. Legal measures were taken against both, and they, along with the seized items, were referred to the competent authority based on judicial instruction. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining suspects.
7/4/2026
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 specialized units of the Internal Security Forces to combat crime in all its forms and to apprehend perpetrators across various Lebanese regions: On 03-04-2026, while a patrol from the Bekaa Investigation Unit of the Regional Gendarmerie was carrying out a security and order maintenance mission on the occasion of Good Friday in the city of Zahle, and following the conclusion of the Way of the Cross procession, a Hyundai vehicle carrying several young men was suspected and intercepted after the driver attempted to flee. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of: – A quantity of cannabis (hashish) and rolling papers. – Two Kalashnikov rifles with nine magazines stored in a military bag. – A pistol with its magazine. – A combat knife and a face mask. All occupants of the vehicle were immediately arrested. They are: – A.Sh. (born in 2004, Lebanese) – A.H. (born in 2008, Lebanese) – N.Q. (born in 2005, Lebanese) The detainees and the seized items were handed over to the competent unit in order to carry out the necessary legal procedures against them, based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
6/4/2026
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, the Information Branch obtained intelligence regarding a failed kidnapping attempt targeting a citizen (K.A.) as he was leaving a sports club in Tripoli. A masked individual exited a black Mercedes vehicle carrying four individuals and pointed a military-grade handgun at him; however, the victim managed to escape. Immediately, specialized units from the Information Branch initiated field and intelligence measures. As a result of follow-up investigations, the identity of one of the suspects was established: – E.F. (born in 1999, Lebanese), who was inside the vehicle used in the operation. On 02-04-2026, following surveillance and monitoring, a patrol from the branch apprehended him in the town of Dahr El Ain – Koura, and seized a military handgun in his possession. The masked individual who had brandished the weapon was also arrested and identified as S.A.H. During interrogation, both initially denied the charges but later confessed to carrying out the attempted kidnapping at the instigation of: – A.R. (born in 1983, Lebanese), in collaboration with another individual of Syrian nationality, identified as A.K., who was the planner and organizer of the operation. Subsequent investigations led to the arrest of the latter two suspects. The detainees confessed that the objective of the kidnapping attempt was to extort money from the victim’s father. It was also revealed that A.R. has a criminal record and is the subject of 12 outstanding judicial warrants. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred to the competent judicial authority in accordance with judicial instructions.
6/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Following several complaints about an individual carrying out armed robberies in multiple areas of Beirut and Mount Lebanon, the Information Division launched investigations and inquiries. As a result, the suspect was identified and arrested in the Sabra area: H.M.Sh. (born in 1990, Lebanese) During interrogation, he confessed to committing several armed robberies using a black 9 mm Turkish pistol, while riding a black motorcycle (type 7150), in the following locations: Khaldeh: robbery of a mobile phone and a sum of money. Jnah, Al-Aouini Street – near Khoury Land descent: robbery of a girl’s bag containing a mobile phone and $50. Ras El Nabaa: robbery of a sum of money. Raoucheh: robbery of a mobile phone and a girl’s wallet. He stated that he sometimes carried out the robberies alone and at other times with an accomplice identified as T.T., and that he sold the stolen items in the Sabra area to buy and consume drugs. Therefore, based on the instruction of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating his photo and requests that those who have fallen victim to his actions report to the Beirut Information Branch office at Al-Helo Barracks or call 01-307728 to take the necessary legal measures.
4/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: On 29-03-2026, two unidentified individuals threw a grenade in the area of Sin El Fil – Al-Dawamri Street, which led to its explosion, causing fear and panic among residents and resulting in severe damage to a vehicle belonging to one of the local inhabitants. Immediately, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces initiated field procedures at the scene. Follow-up investigations revealed that the perpetrators arrived in a Hyundai van. Through intensive inquiries and investigations, the Information Division identified them as: Z.M. (born in 1987, Lebanese) M.H. (born in 1994, Syrian) Both have prior records involving drug-related crimes, kidnapping, and the circulation of counterfeit currency. On 30-03-2026, after careful surveillance and monitoring, patrols from the branch arrested the first suspect in Wadi Khaled, while the second was simultaneously apprehended as he attempted to flee to Syria عبر an illegal crossing in the same area. During interrogation, both confessed to throwing the grenade in Sin El Fil without targeting a specific person, stating that they were under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred to the competent authority based on the instruction of the judiciary. The van used in the operation was also seized.
4/4/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: On 30-03-2026, a livestock farm in the town of Minieh / Hay Al-Hakar was subjected to a burglary involving breaking and forced entry. An unidentified individual broke the farm door, the main lock of the outer fence, and the lock of the livestock enclosure, and stole five sheep valued at approximately $2,000 USD. Therefore, based on the instruction of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the suspect’s photo and requests that anyone who has seen him or has any information about him or his whereabouts contact the Minieh police station at 06-462094 to provide any relevant information. It is noted that anyone who contributes information will have their identity kept confidential in accordance with the law.
2/4/2026
