Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: The following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts of the specialized units of the Internal Security Forces to combat crimes of all kinds and apprehend their perpetrators throughout Lebanese territory, particularly those involved in narcotics-related offenses, the Information Branch received intelligence regarding an individual engaged in drug trafficking in several areas of Mount Lebanon. As a result, the specialized units launched extensive field investigations and intelligence operations. One of the Branch's patrols succeeded in arresting the suspect in flagrante delicto in the Hazmieh area while he was distributing narcotics from a petroleum-blue Nissan vehicle, which was seized. He is identified as: A. Q. (born in 1998, Lebanese) A search of the suspect and the vehicle resulted in the seizure of: 16 plastic containers marked "XP," each containing approximately 0.5 grams of the substance known as "baz." 54 plastic containers marked "XP," each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 41 plastic containers, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 23 plastic containers, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of the substance known as "baz." 44 packets, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 20 plastic containers, each containing approximately 1 gram of cocaine. 10 bags, each containing approximately 15 grams of cocaine. 3 bags, each containing approximately 50 grams of hashish. 3 bags containing marijuana. 126 small white tablets. A search of his apartment in Mansourieh also led to the seizure of: 87 plastic containers marked "XP," each containing approximately 0.5 grams of the substance known as "baz." 218 plastic containers, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 8 plastic containers, each containing approximately 1 gram of cocaine. 2 bags, each containing approximately 50 grams of hashish. 5 bags containing marijuana. During questioning, the suspect confessed to the charges against him, admitting that he had been distributing narcotics in several areas of Mount Lebanon, including Sayyad, Karantina, and Dora, on behalf of one of the drug traffickers. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, together with the seized items, to the competent authority upon the instructions of the competent judicial authority. Efforts are ongoing to arrest all other individuals involved.

10/7/2026

As part of strengthening cooperation between the Internal Security Forces and academic institutions, and as a continuation of activities aimed at familiarizing students with the mission of the security institution and its role in serving society, the Internal Security Forces Institute – Aramoun received a delegation of students from the Faculty of Sciences at the University of Balamand, accompanied by several professors. The delegation was received by the commander of the Joint School, Lieutenant Colonel Majed Matar, who welcomed the students and gave them an overview of the missions of the Internal Security Forces Institute and its role in training personnel and officers in accordance with the latest professional and academic standards. The delegation then toured the training village within the Institute, where they were introduced to the facilities and equipment used in practical training. The students were also given explanations about the various training activities carried out there, particularly those related to police intervention, crisis management, and handling different operational situations. The discussion also addressed the partnership between the Internal Security Forces and citizens, and the importance of mutual trust and cooperation in promoting security, stability, and public service. As part of the visit, Captain Louay Al-Shami gave an explanation about the crime scene, the methods used to preserve it, the procedures followed in forensic examination and evidence collection, and the importance of these procedures in supporting judicial investigations and solving crimes. The students showed great interest in the information presented and asked many questions related to security and police work, which were answered by the supervising officers. At the end of the visit, the delegation thanked the Institute’s administration for its warm reception, praising the efforts made by the Internal Security Forces in the fields of training, development, and public service, before taking souvenir photos on the occasion.

9/7/2026

Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: The following statement: On July 8, 2026, following continuous monitoring, the Information Branch managed to arrest: H. M. (born in 1986, Lebanese) on suspicion of committing fraudulent acts. He was offering electrical appliances through social media, and when customers contacted him, he would ask them to pay for the items, then fail to deliver the appliances and refuse to return the money. It was also established that he had prior records involving attempted murder, vehicle theft, and shooting incidents. Accordingly, and upon the instruction of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating his photo and asks anyone who fell victim to his acts and recognized him to report to the Mina el-Hosn Station of the Beirut Police Unit, located at Barber el-Khazen Barracks / Verdun, or call 01-789086, in order to take the necessary legal action.

9/7/2026

Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: The following statement: As part of the daily efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to curb purse-snatching incidents across various Lebanese regions, the Information Branch obtained intelligence regarding an unidentified individual involved in a series of purse-snatching operations in the Mount Lebanon area. In response, the Branch's specialized units intensified their field operations and intelligence efforts to identify and apprehend the suspect. Their investigations led to the identification of: H. B. (born in 1988, Lebanese) On June 24, 2026, following close surveillance, an Information Branch patrol arrested him in the act in the Furn El Chebbak area while he was carrying out a purse-snatching operation using a gray "Sweet" motorcycle, which was seized. A search of the suspect and the motorcycle resulted in the seizure of: An amount of cash in various currencies. A handbag containing identification documents belonging to one victim, cash, and bank and health insurance cards. Another bag containing a driver's license and vehicle registration belonging to another person, eyeglasses, a car key, a necklace, a bracelet, a switchblade knife, and a mobile phone. During questioning, he confessed to the offenses attributed to him. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority.

9/7/2026