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
On 11-06-2026, a graduation ceremony for a training course for reserve officers was held at the Internal Security Forces Institute – Major Martyr Wissam Eid Barracks, Major General Al Hajj Hall – Aramoun. The course covered several training topics, including leadership and decision-making, police intervention techniques, shooting and weapons handling, investigation records and reports, in addition to matters related to prison management and road safety. The course began on 05-05-2026 and continued until 11-06-2026. The ceremony was attended by the Commander of the Institute, Brigadier General Ahmad Abla, representing the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdallah, along with a number of senior officers. The ceremony opened with the national anthem, followed by a speech delivered by the master of ceremonies and commander of the reserve lieutenants’ course, Captain Melhem Charbel. He congratulated the graduating officers and stressed that graduation is not merely a promotion, but a major responsibility requiring sacrifice, service to citizens, protection of security and order, and enforcement of the law. He emphasized the importance of combining field experience, discipline, and decision-making ability, noting that the graduating officers are role models for new servicemen and a strong line of defense against crime. Brigadier General Abla then delivered the speech of Major General Raed Abdallah, noting that the graduation represents the culmination of the officers’ efforts throughout their years of service as NCOs. He stated that the training course was an essential stage in refining their leadership skills and transforming their field experience into strategic and legal thinking suited to their new rank. He stressed that the new rank is not merely an honor, but a duty and a trust, and that leadership is a responsibility that requires justice, exemplary conduct, and humanity in dealing with subordinates and citizens. The Brigadier General also thanked the trainers and commanders for their sincere efforts and praised the commitment of the graduating officers, calling on them to transfer what they had acquired to their new posts and to preserve the image of the institution as a pillar of national security and stability. Lieutenant Adib Aoun also delivered a speech on behalf of the graduates, stating that graduation marks the beginning of a new phase in the fields of national responsibility and public service. He affirmed their commitment to the core values of the institution and to translating the skills they had acquired into practical achievements within the security units. At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates were distributed to the graduating officers, and commemorative photographs were taken to mark the occasion.
18/6/2026
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 throughout the various Lebanese regions to combat all forms of crime, including armed robbery and theft, the Information Branch obtained information regarding a gang involved in carrying out armed robberies in areas across the governorates of Beirut and Mount Lebanon. The latest incident was an attempted motorcycle robbery in Saadiyat on 09-06-2026. Accordingly, the specialized units of the Information Branch were tasked with carrying out field and intelligence operations to identify and arrest the gang members. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Branch succeeded in identifying several members of the gang, including its mastermind: H. M. (born in 2010, Lebanese), who is the subject of an arrest warrant for theft. On 09-06-2026, following a surveillance and monitoring operation, one of the Branch’s patrols arrested him in Saadiyat while riding a motorcycle, which was seized. During interrogation, he confessed to the charges against him, admitting that he and other accomplices had carried out approximately 20 armed robberies in several areas, including Choueifat, Laylaki, Dekwaneh, Mreijeh, Hazmieh, Bourj el-Barajneh, Jdeideh, Sayyed Hadi Nasrallah Highway, and Saadiyat. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, along with the seized motorcycle, to the competent authority pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority. Efforts remain ongoing to arrest all other individuals involved.
18/6/2026
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 the trafficking and distribution of narcotics, the South Investigation Unit of the Regional Gendarmerie received information indicating that two individuals were involved in distributing narcotic substances in several neighborhoods of the city of Saida and its surroundings. The Unit immediately launched investigations and inquiries and conducted extensive surveillance and monitoring operations targeting their movements. As a result of the field investigations, their identities were established as: M. A. (born in 1989, Lebanese) A. Sh. (born in 2004, Lebanese) On 13-06-2026, a patrol from the Unit set up a carefully planned ambush in the city of Saida, leading to their arrest while they were travelling in a vehicle. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of quantities of narcotics intended for distribution, including: Cocaine Cocaine paste (“Baz Cocaine”) Marijuana Hashish The suspects and the seized items were handed over to the competent authority for further investigation under the supervision of the competent judicial authority.
17/6/2026
