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 all types of crimes, particularly forgery crimes across various Lebanese regions, and to arrest their perpetrators, information was obtained by the Information Branch about an unidentified person forging real estate documents with the aim of selling a property in the locality of Halat – Jbeil. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the person who was processing the property ownership transfer request at the real estate departments was arrested, and the forged document was seized in his possession. He was identified as: Sh. H. (born in 1987, Lebanese) During the investigation, he stated that he had fallen victim to fraud by the individual identified as: J. Gh. (born in 1982, Lebanese), who has a criminal record for forgery offenses. Further follow-up revealed that the property deed had also been forged through the use of a fake identity in the name of the property owner, and that the ownership had first been transferred to J. Gh., and then to Sh. H., noting that the property owner had not sold the property. After a precise surveillance and monitoring operation, one of the Branch’s patrols arrested J. Gh. in Jbeil while he was in his vehicle, which was seized. Upon searching him and the vehicle, a sum of money was found in his possession. During the investigation, he confessed to the charges against him, namely that he, in coordination with another person with a criminal record for forgery and fraud offenses, had forged the identity of the property owner and the title deed without her knowledge, and then sold the property to Sh. H. When the latter attempted to register the property at the real estate departments, it was revealed that the deed was invalid. The necessary legal measures were taken against J. Gh., and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority, pursuant to the order of the competent judiciary. Efforts are ongoing to arrest his accomplice.
24/6/2026
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 all types of crimes across various Lebanese regions, and to pursue and arrest their perpetrators, information was obtained by the Information Branch about an unidentified person driving around in a four-wheel-drive vehicle in the Iqlim El Kharroub area while in possession of military-grade weapons, causing fear and concern among citizens. As a result, orders were given to the Branch’s specialized units to carry out field and intelligence measures to identify and arrest the driver. Following intensive investigations and inquiries, the Branch’s personnel identified him as: M. A. D. (born in 1994, Lebanese) On 12-06-2026, after a precise surveillance operation, one of the Branch’s patrols spotted him in a four-wheel-drive vehicle in the locality of Bsaba, where an ambush was set up and he was arrested. The vehicle was also seized. Upon searching him and the vehicle, the following items were found: A Kalashnikov rifle with four magazines, /120/ rounds of ammunition for a military pistol, and a magazine containing /8/ rounds Two hand grenades, a knife, and a quantity of hashish A small container holding approximately /0.25/ g of cocaine, cigarette rolling papers, and two envelopes of dried mushrooms A laptop, /4/ mobile phones, and other items The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent unit, pursuant to the order of the competent judiciary.
23/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: Pursuant to the order of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of: M. B. (born in 1996, Lebanese) who was arrested for fraud and scam offenses, after he had been posting advertisements on social media platforms claiming to rent out cars and chalets. Once an agreement was reached with the victims, he would ask them to send a deposit through a money transfer office. After receiving the money transfer, he would stop answering the victims’ calls. Therefore, the General Directorate requests those who have fallen victim to him to contact the Baabda Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit at one of the following numbers: 05-921115 or 05-922173, in order to take the necessary legal measures against him.
23/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: Pursuant to the order of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of: F. J. (born in 1999, Sierra Leonean national) who stole from her employer’s house located in the town of Jdita – Zahle, and then went into hiding. The General Directorate requests anyone who has any information about her or her whereabouts to contact the Zahle Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit at one of the following numbers: 08-806523 or 08-807063, in order to take the necessary legal measures. Please note that the identity of any citizen who provides information will remain confidential, in accordance with the law.
22/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: A company commissioned by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport will carry out milling and repaving works on the western lane of the Amioun–Chekka international highway, starting after the tunnel and reaching the Mseilha Bridge. The works will take place daily from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., starting on 23-6-2026 and continuing until 7-7-2026. Accordingly, the aforementioned lane of the highway will be narrowed, and traffic will be restricted on one or two lanes only throughout the duration of the works. Citizens are kindly requested to take note, comply with the instructions and guidance of Internal Security Forces personnel, and abide by traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.
22/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: A contracting company will carry out road paving works in Karm El Zeitoun – Achrafieh, and on Bilal Bin Rabah and Omar Bin Al-Khattab Streets – Ras El Nabeh, starting at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, 23-6-2026, until completion. Please note that these works will not result in any road closure. Citizens are kindly requested to take note, comply with the instructions and guidance of Internal Security Forces personnel, and abide by traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
22/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: Following the arrest of citizen A. A. (born in 1994) for theft, and during the investigation conducted by the Zgharta Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, he confessed to stealing from several houses in the town of Kfarzeina – Zgharta. Pursuant to the competent judiciary’s order, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates his photo and asks those whose houses were burglarized and who recognize him to go to the Zgharta Police Station or contact the station at 06-660015, in order to take the necessary legal measures.
22/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following communiqué was issued: As part of the daily efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to combat theft operations across various Lebanese regions, the Information Branch obtained information regarding an unidentified individual carrying out thefts from inside vehicles after breaking their windows in several areas of Mount Lebanon. These included the theft of a bag from inside a vehicle in Dbayeh and another theft in the Zouk Mosbeh area, using a Nissan vehicle of unknown additional specifications. Consequently, the specialized units of the Branch launched field and intelligence operations to identify and arrest the perpetrator. Following investigations and inquiries, one individual was suspected and identified as: A. S. (born in 1983, Lebanese), with prior criminal records. On 10-06-2026, following close surveillance and monitoring, a patrol from the Branch arrested him while he was aboard his black Nissan Tiida in the Nabaa area. A search of the suspect and the vehicle led to the seizure of screwdrivers and a mobile phone. During interrogation, he confessed to the charges against him, admitting that he had carried out thefts from inside vehicles, in addition to committing fraud and deception offenses. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority pursuant to the instructions of the judiciary.
22/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: From 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. on 21-06-2026, a celebratory evening will be held as part of the Fête de la Musique activities at the Furn El Hayek intersection in Achrafieh, near Corner 54 restaurant. Accordingly, the roads leading to the aforementioned restaurant will be closed. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of this measure and to comply with the instructions and guidance of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as with directional traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.
21/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following communiqué was issued: On 27-02-2026, a person identified as Malek Sultan Fares, whose full identity remains unknown, was brought to Rafik Hariri Governmental University Hospital from the Sabra area, suffering from cardiac arrest. Attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful, and he passed away. He was homeless and worked collecting scrap metal. Description of the body: a man in his thirties, approximately 180 cm tall, of medium build, with dark complexion, long black hair, and a black beard. Therefore, and based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces requests that his relatives, or anyone with information about him, contact the Bir Hassan Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at 01-858473, in order to take the necessary legal measures prior to the handover of the body.
20/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following communiqué was issued: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to combat drug trafficking and distribution across various Lebanese regions, the Information Branch obtained information regarding two unidentified individuals involved in drug dealing in Mount Lebanon, particularly in the Metn area. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Branch succeeded in identifying them as: M. H. (born in 1987, Lebanese), with prior records in drug-related cases M. Z. (born in 1985, Lebanese), the wife of the first suspect On 08-06-2026, following surveillance and monitoring operations, a patrol from the Branch arrested them in Nahr El Mot aboard a vehicle, which was seized, after catching them in the act while selling a quantity of narcotics to one of their clients, identified as: W. B. (born in 1985, Lebanese) During the arrest operation, M. H. attempted to flee in the vehicle, striking W. B., who sustained a serious injury to his back and was transported to hospital for treatment. He also collided with the patrol vehicles before being brought under control and arrested. A search of the suspects and the vehicle led to the seizure of a cloth bag containing the following: 16 plastic containers containing a white powdery substance believed to be cocaine 8 plastic containers containing a white substance 5 bags containing salvia A sum of money and two mobile phones During interrogation, both suspects confessed to the charges brought against them and admitted to drug use. The first suspect confirmed that he and his wife had been distributing narcotics to a number of clients in the Metn area on behalf of a dealer who would provide him with instructions and directions to meet clients and deliver their requested quantities of drugs, after he had received them from one of the dealer’s associates. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining individuals involved.
20/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following communiqué was issued: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to combat robbery operations throughout various Lebanese regions, the Information Branch obtained information regarding a young man and a young woman travelling in a BMW vehicle of unknown additional specifications, who were carrying out robberies targeting citizens in areas of Mount Lebanon. Consequently, the specialized units of the Branch launched field and intelligence operations to identify and arrest them. As a result of investigations and inquiries, they were identified as: J. S. (born in 1998, Lebanese) B. S. (born in 1998, Lebanese) On 03-05-2026, following a careful surveillance operation, a patrol from the Branch spotted them aboard a silver BMW vehicle in the Mar Roukoz area. When the patrol members attempted to arrest them, the driver sped off in an attempt to flee and struck one of the officers, prompting the patrol members to fire at the vehicle’s tires. The two then got out of the vehicle and attempted to flee. The officers managed to arrest the young woman, while the first suspect escaped to an unknown destination. The vehicle was seized. Upon searching the vehicle, officers found a women’s handbag and another bag containing a laptop computer, an iPad, and several mobile phones. During interrogation, the young woman confessed to the charges against her, admitting that she had carried out numerous robberies together with the first suspect, in addition to drug use. On 02-06-2026, J. S. turned himself in to the Information Branch. During interrogation, he confessed to the charges against him, admitting that he and B. S. had carried out numerous robberies aboard the seized vehicle in areas of Mount Lebanon, including Sad El Bouchrieh, Nahr El Mot, and Sabtieh. He stated that the second suspect would lure victims into meeting her for an intimate encounter in exchange for money, and once they met and she obtained the money from them, both suspects would quickly flee in the vehicle. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
19/6/2026
