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.
Issued by the Internal Security Forces – Directorate General – Public Relations Division The following announcement: At 7:00 a.m. on November 15, 2026, the Lebanese Cycling Federation will organize the “Lebanon Independence Road Cycling Race,” covering a distance of approximately 47 km. The race will start on the coastal highway, in front of Campomatic Company, near the pedestrian bridge in Bourj Hammoud, heading towards Jounieh and Byblos, then climbing towards Annaya along the main road. The finish line will be near the Lebanese Army checkpoint in Annaya. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of this announcement and comply with the instructions and guidance of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as the posted traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
14/11/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Pursuant to instructions from the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the photograph of the arrested individual: H. M. Ch. (born in 2004, Lebanese national), for allegedly committing multiple robbery offenses in Beirut and Mount Lebanon. Accordingly, the Directorate General requests that anyone who has fallen victim to his alleged crimes contact the Baabda Judicial Unit, التابعة to the Judicial Police Unit, at either of the following telephone numbers: 05-921115 or 05-922173, in order to initiate the necessary legal proceedings against him.
14/11/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division announces the following: A contracting company will carry out water pipeline installation works in the Mar Maroun area of Ashrafieh, on a side street branching off Lebanon Street, in front of Huvelin University, according to the following schedule: Phase One: Starting at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, until midnight at the beginning of Monday, November 6, 2026. Phase Two: From 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2026, until midnight at the beginning of Monday, November 23, 2026. These works will result in the closure of the road to traffic at the specified location, with traffic diverted towards Abdel Wahab El-Inglizi Street. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of these arrangements and comply with the instructions and directions of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as the posted traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.
13/11/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts by the Internal Security Forces to arrest individuals wanted by the judiciary, on November 13, 2026, the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit, to the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, received information concerning the presence of a dangerous wanted individual in the Al-Rihab area. Following investigations and surveillance operations, a force from the aforementioned unit proceeded to the area and, in a swift operation at the entrance to the Sabra Market, managed to arrest the individual identified as: H. H. N. (born in 1994, Lebanese national, according to his own statements). He was wanted by the judiciary for several offenses, including forming a criminal gang, stealing motorcycles, purchasing and reselling stolen goods, as well as opening fire. It was also established that a video circulating on social media showed him stealing motorcycles from various locations. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was handed over to the competent authority pursuant to instructions from the judiciary.
13/11/2026
