Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: Pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the logos of the companies “Quick Line” and “Scholar Way,” which are linked to the detainee: T. A. (born in 1971, Lebanese) He is accused of fraud and deception after misleading a number of victims by claiming that he could secure free educational scholarships abroad in exchange for USD 600 per application. Therefore, the General Directorate requests that anyone who has fallen victim to his activities report to the Zahle Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit, located in the Zahle Palace of Justice, or contact either of the following numbers: 08-807064 or 08-807063, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
2/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: On 04/05/2026, an unidentified individual transported A. Z. (born in 1994, Syrian) to a hospital after he had sustained a gunshot wound to the hand that penetrated his chest. He later succumbed to his injuries. The person who transported him refused to provide his identity or phone number and claimed that the victim had been shot during an attempted robbery in the Ard Jalloul area. Immediately, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces launched field and intelligence investigations to uncover the circumstances of the incident, identify those involved, and arrest them. As a result of intensive inquiries and investigations, the Information Branch determined that the victim had been present at a butcher shop in Tariq El Jdideh owned by: W. Q. (born in 2001, Syrian) On 12/05/2026, following a precise surveillance and monitoring operation, one of the Branch’s patrols arrested him in the Tariq El Jdideh area. During interrogation, he confessed that on 04/05/2026, while A. Z. was inside his butcher shop, he accidentally fired a shot from a Glock pistol while joking with the victim. The bullet struck the victim’s hand and penetrated his chest. He further admitted that, with the assistance of his father: S. Q. (born in 1977, Syrian) and his uncle: S. Q. (born in 1975, Syrian) as well as several workers, he transported the victim to a pharmacy inside Shatila Camp in an attempt to provide first aid, before taking him to a hospital where he later died. He also admitted that they instructed those present in the butcher shop to provide false statements claiming that the victim had arrived already wounded by gunfire, in an attempt to mislead investigators and the victim’s family. He further stated that he hid the firearm in a room on the outskirts of the camp. In addition, he confessed to removing and discarding the shop’s surveillance cameras to conceal evidence of the crime and revealed that they were planning to contact the victim’s family in Syria to obtain a waiver of legal rights. The father and uncle of W. Q. were subsequently arrested and confessed to their involvement. The firearm used in the incident was recovered and seized. The necessary legal measures were taken against the suspects, who were referred, along with the seized evidence, to the competent judicial authority based on the instructions of the judiciary.
2/6/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the specialized units of the Internal Security Forces to combat smuggling activities and arrest those involved throughout Lebanese territory, particularly drug smuggling operations, the Bekaa Investigation Division of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit received information regarding an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics into Syria through illegal dirt roads. Following surveillance and monitoring, a force from the aforementioned division set up a carefully planned ambush on 22/05/2026 in the Masharii Al-Qaa area to thwart the smuggling operation and arrest those involved. After an exchange of gunfire with the smugglers, officers seized a Mercedes van, a Bart motorcycle, and a quantity of narcotic pills (Captagon) packed in nylon bags. The seized shipment weighed approximately 211 kilograms and contained around 1,172,000 Captagon pills, packed inside 1,192 nylon bags, each weighing 176 grams and marked with the phrase “Made in Germany.” As a result of the investigations conducted by the division to identify the smugglers who fled following the exchange of gunfire, one of the suspects was arrested in less than two hours after the ambush. He was identified as: W. S. (born in 2000, Syrian national) The identity of the van driver was also established, and a wanted notice was issued against him. Efforts are ongoing to arrest him, while investigations continue in coordination with the competent judicial authorities.
1/6/2026
issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: One of the contracting companies will carry out cleaning works in the Airport Tunnel on the westbound carriageway (Airport–Khaldeh) on 31/05/2026, between 5:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. During this period, the aforementioned carriageway will be closed until the completion of the works. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of these measures and comply with the instructions and guidance of the Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as the directional traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
30/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: On 11/05/2026, a patrol from the Division Branch arrested: Z. M. (born in 1967, Lebanese) for carrying out numerous fraud, scam, and impersonation operations using various methods in the governorates of Beirut and Mount Lebanon. It was also established that he has a criminal record involving fraud, deception, and impersonation offenses. The detainee was referred to the Beiteddine Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit for further investigation. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred to the competent judicial authority. Therefore, and based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photograph of the detainee and requests anyone who has fallen victim to his activities and recognizes him to report to the Beiteddine Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit or contact either of the following numbers: 25-300216 or 25-300187, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
30/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the continuous efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to pursue and arrest individuals involved in drug-related crimes, and within the framework of the security plan aimed at combating this scourge, the Central Anti-Drug Office of the Judicial Police Unit obtained information regarding the activities of: I. A. (born in 1997, Lebanese) S. A. (born in 1992, Lebanese) who were promoting narcotics stored inside an apartment in the Salim Salam area, particularly crystal meth, considered one of the most dangerous types of drugs. Following intensive surveillance and monitoring, one of the Office’s patrols arrested them inside the aforementioned apartment. A search of the apartment led to the seizure of: 2 kilograms of crystal meth 920 grams of cannabis resin 286 grams of marijuana 88 grams of cocaine 57 grams of hallucinogenic mushrooms 14 grams of crack cocaine 7 grams of marijuana seeds 26 MDMA pills, 40 Neodol pills, and 90 Tramadol pills 48 ketamine vials 3 precision scales, a vacuum-sealing machine, plastic containers, and bags used for packaging and distributing narcotics A Kalashnikov rifle and a military pistol The patrol also arrested one of their clients inside the apartment: R. Z. (born in 1990, Lebanese) The necessary legal measures were taken against the detainees under the supervision of the competent judiciary, while efforts continue to arrest the remaining individuals involved.
28/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the continuous efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces units to combat crimes and arrest perpetrators across Lebanese territory, the Information Branch obtained information regarding the activities of an unidentified individual involved in motorcycle theft operations in the areas of the Kuwaiti Embassy and Hazmieh. Following intensive investigations and inquiries, one of the Branch’s patrols succeeded in arresting him in the Hazmieh area. He was identified as: A. R. A. (born in 2006, Syrian) He was arrested while riding a blue “GR” motorcycle without license plates, which was found to be stolen and subsequently seized. A search conducted on him led to the seizure of a mobile phone, an amount of money, and a foreign SIM card. During interrogation, he confessed to carrying out several motorcycle theft operations in the Kuwaiti Embassy and Hazmieh areas. He also admitted that the motorcycle on which he was arrested had been stolen, along with another motorcycle, on 05/05/2026 from in front of City Center in the Hazmieh area. The owner of the seized motorcycle was contacted and the vehicle was returned to him. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he, along with the seized items, was referred to the competent authority based on the instructions of the judiciary.
28/5/2026
The Eid al-Adha prayer and sermon were held at Roumieh Prison on the first day of Eid under the patronage of the Committee for the Care of Prisoners and Their Families affiliated with Dar Al-Fatwa in the Lebanese Republic. The Committee’s Secretary-General and religious instructor in prisons, Sheikh Walid Zahra, emphasized the importance of adhering to obedience to Almighty God for the blessings and salvation it brings in this life and the hereafter, following the example of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), peace be upon him. Sweets were later distributed to the inmates.
27/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: Further to information circulating on certain social media platforms regarding the impoundment of a vehicle within the jurisdiction of the Zgharta Traffic Division, and claims that this division issued violation reports amounting to 140 million Lebanese pounds, accompanied by allegations of regional selectivity or harsh treatment: The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces wishes to clarify the following: The vehicle had been impounded by the Military Police in connection with a firearm discharge offense involving its owner. Based on instructions from the competent judiciary, the vehicle was handed over to the Zgharta Police Station on 06/05/2026 — and not to the Zgharta Traffic Division as being circulated — for the purpose of issuing reports regarding the violations registered against it. Following verification of the vehicle’s legal status, several violations were identified, including: driving without a driver’s license, transporting rubble, use of forged license plates, and operating the vehicle on diesel fuel in violation of regulations. Official reports were duly prepared in accordance with legal procedures and referred to the competent judicial authority. The determination of fines for these violations does not fall under the authority of the Internal Security Forces or traffic divisions, but rather under the jurisdiction of the competent judicial authority. The Internal Security Forces call on citizens to exercise accuracy before publishing or circulating inaccurate information that may create tension, reaffirming that the relationship between the Internal Security Forces and citizens is based on trust, respect, and cooperation.
26/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: At approximately 5:30 p.m. on 21/05/2026, an unidentified individual arrived on a motorcycle of unknown specifications at a pharmacy located on Old Saida Road – Hadath, under the pretext of purchasing medication. He then drew a military pistol at the employee, stole the cash register containing approximately USD 900 and ten million Lebanese pounds, and fled to an unknown destination. Furthermore, on 25/05/2026, the suspect snatched a handbag belonging to a lawyer in the Sayyad area and stole a taxi in the same area after the driver attempted to stop him following the victim’s cries for help. He is also suspected of carrying out other robbery operations. Immediately, the competent units of the Internal Security Forces launched procedures to identify and arrest the perpetrator. As a result of immediate and intensive investigations and inquiries, the Mount Lebanon Investigation Division of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit succeeded in arresting him in the Bourj El-Barajneh area. A forged civil status document was found in his possession, and he was identified as: B. M. (born in 1995, Lebanese) It was also revealed that he has a criminal record and is involved in similar operations. The detainee was handed over to the competent police station, and investigations were initiated under the supervision of the competent judiciary. Therefore, and based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the detainee and requests anyone who has fallen victim to his acts and recognizes him to report to the Mount Lebanon Investigation Division or contact the number 01-292923 in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
26/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of the continuous efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces units to combat crimes and arrest perpetrators throughout Lebanese territory, the Information Branch obtained information regarding an unidentified individual carrying out armed robbery operations in several areas within Mount Lebanon Governorate, after a video circulated on social media documenting him committing an armed robbery in the Bouchrieh Dam area. Accordingly, the competent units within the Branch launched field and intelligence procedures, and as a result of intensive investigations and inquiries, they succeeded in arresting him in the Hay El-Sellom area. He was identified as: B. A. (born in 1997, Lebanese) He was arrested while riding a “GR” motorcycle without license plates, which was later found to be stolen. It was also revealed that he has a criminal record involving theft, robbery, and drug-related offenses, and that six judicial warrants had been issued against him for firearm-related crimes. During interrogation, he confessed to carrying out several armed robbery operations in Mount Lebanon areas, including the aforementioned incident in the Bouchrieh Dam area, using the motorcycle on which he was arrested. He also stated that he had purchased the motorcycle from another person and had sold the pistol used in the robbery in the Shatila area. He further admitted to drug use. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he, along with the seized items, was referred to the competent authority based on the instructions of the judiciary.
26/5/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: As part of efforts to combat drug trafficking and promotion operations across Lebanese territory, and to pursue and arrest those involved, members of the Dahr El-Baidar checkpoint became suspicious, on 14/05/2026, of three individuals aboard a passenger van. They are: A. A. (born in 1994, Lebanese), found to be wanted under two arrest warrants for drug-related crimes. A. H. (born in 1993, Syrian), found to be wanted under three arrest warrants for drug-related crimes and carrying a forged Lebanese identity card. J. Z. (born in 2001, unregistered) A search conducted on them led to the seizure of 16 grams of cocaine and 10 grams of cannabis resin in the possession of the latter. The detainees and the seized items were handed over to the competent authority in order to take the necessary legal measures against them, based on the instructions of the competent judiciary.
25/5/2026
