11/8/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement:
As part of the Internal Security Forces’ ongoing efforts to combat all forms of crime throughout Lebanon, the Information Branch received information indicating that several individuals in various areas of Mount Lebanon Governorate had fallen victim to fraudulent theft schemes carried out by unidentified suspects. The victims were deceived into purchasing gold coins at attractive prices, only to discover, after the perpetrators had fled, that the coins were counterfeit.
Following extensive investigations, Information Branch officers obtained information that the alleged ringleader and principal perpetrator was preparing to carry out another fraud operation in Bhamdoun. On 16 July 2026, he was arrested after resisting the patrol, which was compelled to use force to apprehend him. He was identified as:
A. H. J. (born in 2005, Syrian national).
A search of the suspect resulted in the seizure of:
One pepper spray canister.
185 counterfeit coins made to resemble gold sovereigns.
During interrogation, he admitted carrying out three fraudulent operations involving the sale of counterfeit gold in Bhamdoun. He stated that another individual based in Syria contacted potential victims and offered to sell them gold coins at an attractive price, claiming they could not be sold in Syria for fabricated reasons.
According to his confession, the victims were first shown a genuine gold coin, which they were able to verify at jewelry stores. During a second meeting, however, they were handed the remaining counterfeit coins.
He further admitted that he generally introduced himself to victims under the name “Ibrahim”, in addition to using other false identities. He also stated that the same gang had carried out numerous similar frauds in Mansourieh, and that several accomplices had assisted him. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining members of the network.
The suspect also admitted that he had entered Lebanon illegally.
The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and the counterfeit coins were seized. Investigations continue to arrest the remaining gang members.
Upon the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the suspect’s photograph and requests anyone who has fallen victim to his fraudulent acts to report to the Mount Lebanon Information Branch or call 01-513732 to assist with the legal proceedings.
The following telephone numbers were used to contact victims:
81/092188
+963 991 404 997
+90 535 743 0873
+963 944 930 368
81/564255
+90 535 942 2775
+963 954 639 443
Warning:
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces urges citizens not to purchase gold from unknown or untrusted individuals. Gold should only be purchased from licensed and accredited jewelry stores that issue official stamped invoices, in order to safeguard buyers’ rights and prevent fraud.
Citizens are also warned against responding to fake advertisements and online pages offering gold at unusually attractive prices, as such offers are intended solely to facilitate fraudulent schemes.
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces announces the opening of a recruitment competition for the rank of Probationary Gendarme (General and Specialist) in the following specialties: riot control, special forces assigned to the Information Branch, the Judicial Police, and the Mobile Forces, prisons, and traffic. Applications are open to male civilians (single, widowed, or divorced with no children) and to current military personnel serving in the Lebanese armed forces. Applications will be accepted from 7 September 2026 until 9 October 2026 (inclusive). Candidates must apply through the electronic recruitment platform available on the official website of the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces by completing all the required information. Upon submission, each candidate will receive a PDF application form containing a unique reference number. Candidates must then print the application form, attach the required supporting documents, and submit them to the Regional Company having jurisdiction over their place of residence. The application will be registered, and the candidate will receive a receipt to be presented throughout the selection process, including the medical, physical, and written examinations. For the eligibility requirements, required documents, and to download and print the application form, please visit the official website of the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces: https://shorturl.at/YvyZE
11/8/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts of the Internal Security Forces to combat all types of crime across Lebanon, particularly drug-related offenses, the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit of the Regional Gendarmerie received information indicating that an individual was distributing narcotics to dealers from within a warehouse he was operating in the Haret Hreik area. Following surveillance and monitoring, and in a targeted operation, a patrol from the above-mentioned unit apprehended him at 10:30 p.m. on 3 August 2026 in the same area while he was riding a motorcycle without license plates or a chassis number. He was identified as: H. A. (born in 2004, Syrian national) A raid on his place of residence, carried out in coordination with the judiciary, led to the seizure of a large quantity of various narcotics, divided and prepared for distribution, as follows: 50 ketamine containers 171 sealed packets containing crystal meth 49 sealed transparent bags containing marijuana Five large packets sealed inside a transparent bag containing crystal stone 22 small packets containing baz One packet containing a white substance 13 packets containing cocaine Ten transparent bags containing Captagon pills Eight bags containing colored narcotic pills Five small transparent bags containing cannabis resin (hashish) Five large transparent bags containing marijuana herb Transparent nylon bags Three pieces of cannabis resin, unpackaged, and one small piece of the same substance The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, together with the seized items, to the competent authority in accordance with the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
10/8/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the Internal Security Forces' ongoing efforts to locate and arrest persons wanted by the judiciary, the Information Branch obtained intelligence regarding the presence of one of the most dangerous wanted fugitives in the town of Ain El Dahab – Akkar. The suspect had been in hiding and was known to exercise extreme caution in his movements. He was identified as: K. S. (born in 2001, Lebanese). He has a criminal record involving safe thefts and residential burglaries by forced entry. Accordingly, the specialized units of the Information Branch were tasked with apprehending him. On 7 August 2026, following close surveillance and monitoring, one of the Branch's patrols arrested him in a carefully planned ambush in the above-mentioned town. A records check revealed that he was wanted under 20 arrest warrants, including: 12 arrest warrants for theft. 5 arrest warrants for forming a criminal gang and committing theft. 2 arrest warrants for arms trafficking. 1 arrest warrant for breaking and entering and theft. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred to the competent authority in accordance with the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
10/8/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the Internal Security Forces' ongoing efforts to pursue and arrest those involved in drug-related crimes, and within the security plan implemented by the Judicial Police Unit to combat drug trafficking and curb its spread, the Central Anti-Narcotics Bureau received information on 17 July 2026 regarding preparations to smuggle narcotics to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through a shipping company. Following surveillance and monitoring of the shipment, officers arrested the individual delivering the parcel while he was handing it over to the shipping company. He was identified as: H. N. (born in 1977, Lebanese). A search of the parcel led to the seizure of approximately 5,000 Captagon tablets, professionally concealed inside a flower vase box. The necessary legal measures were taken against the suspect. Investigations are ongoing, under the supervision of the competent judicial authority, to identify and arrest the remaining individuals involved.
9/8/2026
