The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to combat crime throughout Lebanese territory, on 16-9-2026, an investigation report from the Raoucheh Police Station was referred to the Beirut Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit. The report concerned a complaint filed by a citizen against an unknown person for stealing furniture, carpets, batteries belonging to a solar energy system, and a wristwatch from his residence in the Raoucheh area. The value of the stolen items was estimated at USD 400,000. The aforementioned Detachment immediately launched the necessary investigations and inquiries. It managed to identify the shop in the capital where several of the carpets had been sold. The shop is owned by: M. K. (born in 1970, Lebanese national). The Detachment subsequently identified the seller of the carpets as M. Gh. (born in 1990, Lebanese national), who worked as a security guard outside the building where the complainant resides. During questioning, the latter stated that he had sold the carpets at the request of: M. H. (born in 1995, Lebanese national), who had previously worked as a driver for the complainant before leaving his job and going into hiding. Following surveillance and monitoring, the aforementioned Detachment arrested M. H. on 18-10-2026 in the Barbir area, where he was hiding inside a house. A magnetic access card for the entrance door of the building where the complainant resides was seized in his possession. During questioning, the suspect confessed to stealing from several residences belonging to the complainant and stated that he had sold the stolen items to several shops in Beirut for USD 15,000. Several individuals who had traded the stolen items among themselves were questioned. The majority of the stolen property, including carpets, lithium batteries, antiques, and an electric generator, was recovered. The seized stolen items were returned to the complainant. The three individuals mentioned above were arrested and referred to the competent judicial authorities pursuant to their instructions.
17/10/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: First: Maameltein (Half Marathon) On 18-10-2026, between 5:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., the Lebanese Athletics Federation will organize the “2026 Lebanese Half Marathon Championship.” The race will start at the Fouad Chehab Sports Complex in Jounieh, proceed toward Maameltein – Oscar Palace intersection, then head back toward Dbayeh along the coastal road, before the Martyr Brigadier General Wissam al-Hassan Barracks. Participants will then follow the same route back to the starting point. Accordingly, traffic heading toward Beirut will be diverted from the coastal Ghazir intersection toward the highway. Traffic heading toward Maameltein will be diverted from the KFC roundabout toward the eastern carriageway of the highway. The road inside Jounieh Souk, up to ATCL, will be completely closed until the event is over. Second: Omar Daouk Street (Filming) On 18-10-2026, between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., TEST TEST Production Company will conduct filming on Omar Daouk Street, opposite Beirut Towers. Accordingly, traffic on the aforementioned street will be cut off and diverted toward STARCO until filming is completed. Third: Ain el-Mreisseh (Sporting Event) Starting at 6:00 a.m. on 18-10-2026, under the supervision of the Lebanese Triathlon Federation, RISE AND RISE TEAM Club Association will organize a SPRINT TRIATHLON along the coastal road extending from the Corniche adjacent to the American University of Beirut toward Ain el-Mreisseh, reaching McDonald’s restaurant, and returning to the starting point. Accordingly, the road between the Officers’ Club traffic light and Abdel Nasser Mosque in Ain el-Mreisseh will be closed in both directions until the event is over. Fourth: Charles Helou Avenue (Car Race) On 18-10-2026, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., the “Fifth Speed Race” will take place along the route extending from George Haddad Street to the Emigrant Statue on Charles Helou Avenue – the coastal road, in both directions. Traffic will be diverted until the event is over, as follows: Traffic will be cut off at the Emigrant Statue and diverted toward the Kataeb Party headquarters. Traffic will be cut off at George Haddad Street, and vehicles will be prohibited from entering the tunnel and diverted toward the Kataeb Party headquarters. Traffic coming from Customs Street and the port entrances will be cut off. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of these measures and comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel and the posted traffic signs in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.
17/10/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: On 18-10-2026, starting at 8:00 a.m., a sporting and environmental event entitled “A Seedling of Hope in Our Streets” will be held at the invitation of the Choueifat Cycling Club. Accordingly, the following intersections will be closed until the participating cyclists have passed through: Deir Qoubel intersection – Spinneys Mall roundabout – Khaldeh Triangle – Khaldeh coastal road – Rishani Station intersection – Tiro intersection – Harajli intersection – Zain El Abidine intersection – Kfarchima intersection – Khatib and Shabaan intersection. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of these measures and comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel and the traffic signs in place, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
17/10/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As a result of intensive inquiries and investigations conducted by the personnel of the Baabda Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit, and following surveillance and monitoring, they arrested the individual identified as: M. Z. (born in 1993, Lebanese national), on charges of fraud and swindling. The detainee claimed to work as an “official government transactions agent” at the Baabda and Beirut Palaces of Justice, under the name “Mr. Mohammad Baalbaki.” He allegedly deceived individuals by claiming that he could pay traffic fines, lift vehicle impoundments, submit requests for the release of detainees, pay bail on their behalf, and handle various other judicial transactions. After receiving money from his victims through transfers sent to him in several instalments via money transfer companies, he would stop answering their calls and disappear. Accordingly, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the detainee’s photograph, pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority. Anyone who has fallen victim to his activities and recognizes him is requested to visit the Baabda Judicial Detachment at the Baabda Serail or call either of the following numbers: 05-921115 / 05-922173, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
16/10/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to combat all types of crime and arrest those responsible, the Central Anti-Narcotics Office of the Judicial Police Unit received information that an individual was selling drugs to several customers. He was identified as: A. Kh. (born in 2001, Lebanese national). Following inquiries and investigations, a patrol from the aforementioned Office arrested him in the Tallat Ain Saadeh area and seized a quantity of narcotic pills in his possession. During questioning, he admitted to the allegations against him. Further investigations revealed that another individual was assisting him by collecting money transfers resulting from drug sales. Accordingly, a patrol from the aforementioned Office arrested this individual in the Dhohour el-Choueir area. He was identified as: M. J. (born in 1968, Lebanese national), who is wanted by the judicial authorities under 10 cases involving offences of issuing a cheque without sufficient funds and theft. Investigations further revealed that another drug dealer was operating in the Dhohour el-Choueir area. He was identified as: J. M. (born in 1999, Lebanese national). Following surveillance and monitoring, a patrol from the aforementioned Office arrested him and seized 66 grams of marijuana prepared for distribution. During questioning, it was established that he was selling drugs to several customers. The necessary legal measures were taken against the detainees pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority. They were subsequently handed over, along with the seized items, to the relevant authority, in accordance with judicial instructions.
16/10/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: Following intensive inquiries and investigations conducted by the personnel of the Saida Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit, and after surveillance and monitoring, they arrested the individual identified as: W. W. (born in 1972, Syrian national), on 11-10-2026. The aforementioned individual had been impersonating an “electricity bill collector” and obtaining money from some of his victims in exchange for handing them forged receipts. He also deceived other individuals by claiming to suffer from epilepsy, or what he referred to as “electricity in the head,” while presenting a forged medical prescription, and obtaining money from them. It was also established that he had stolen motorcycles in the Saida and Jezzine areas. Accordingly, pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating his photograph and requests that anyone who has fallen victim to his activities and recognizes him report to the Saida Judicial Detachment, located in Haret Saida – Tallet Mar Elias, or call either of the following numbers: 07-754308 / 07-729147, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
16/10/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to pursue and arrest individuals involved in drug-related crimes, and within the framework of the Judicial Police’s security plan aimed at combating this scourge throughout Lebanon, the Tripoli Regional Anti-Narcotics Office received information about individuals involved in drug trafficking in the Abi Samra area of Tripoli. Following field investigations and intelligence gathering, and after surveillance and monitoring, the aforementioned Office arrested five individuals caught in the act. They are: M. M. (born in 1990, Lebanese national) M. S. (born in 1991, Lebanese national) M. A. (born in 1991, Lebanese national) D. M. (born in 1987, Lebanese national) R. S. (born in 1977, Lebanese national) The following quantities of narcotic substances were seized in their possession: 17 bags of marijuana, weighing 548.5 grams. 9 bags of hashish, weighing 189 grams, and one hashish cigarette. 34 plastic containers containing cocaine base, with a total weight of 135.5 grams. A firearm, additional plastic containers, empty bags, and a precision scale used for packaging narcotics were also seized. Investigations are ongoing under the supervision of the competent judicial authority, and efforts continue to arrest other individuals involved.
15/10/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division On 15-10-2026, pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Central Anti-Narcotics Office and the Zahle Regional Anti-Narcotics Office, both affiliated with the Judicial Police Unit, destroyed quantities of narcotic substances seized by the two offices. The destruction took place at the Dahr el-Baidar landfill, in the presence of: Judge Marsal Haddad, Public Prosecutor of Appeal in the Bekaa; Brigadier General Gerard Nasr, Head of the General Criminal Investigations Department; Colonel Dr. Ayman Mashmoushi, Head of the Central Anti-Narcotics Office; Colonel Elias Chlehoube, Head of the Zahle Regional Anti-Narcotics Office; Major Marc Al-Ahmar, Head of the Security Media Branch at the Public Relations Division; Mr. Walid Oweidat, from the registry of the Public Prosecutor’s Office at the Court of Cassation; A number of officers and non-commissioned officers. The destroyed substances and quantities were as follows: Hashish: 555.040 kg Marijuana: 51.740 kg Cocaine / cocaine base: 95.450 kg Salvia: 15.700 kg Captagon pills: 9,932,721 pills Crystal meth: 3.5 kg Captagon powder: 201.400 kg Powder of unknown type: 51.6 kg Various powders: 3,979.210 kg Various sedative pills: 6,389 pills XTC / MDMA: 1,131 pills Various liquids: 1,914 liters Various medications: 300 boxes
15/10/2026
The General Prison Chaplaincy, in cooperation with the Internal Security Forces, organizes a spiritual and humanitarian activity for female inmates at Baabda Prison.
21/8/2026
The General Prison Chaplaincy, in cooperation with the Internal Security Forces, organizes a spiritual and humanitarian activity for female inmates at Baabda Prison.
As part of initiatives aimed at providing spiritual and humanitarian support to female inmates, the General Prison Chaplaincy in Lebanon, in cooperation with the Internal Security Forces, organized a spiritual recital on 19 August 2026 at the Baabda Women’s Prison, featuring religious singer Elisabeth Bou Saad, accompanied by musician Alain Chalhoub. The event also included humanitarian and social initiatives. The “Lebanon of Tomorrow” association distributed essential women’s supplies to the inmates, while “Matbakh Mariam” (Mary’s Kitchen), in cooperation with Father Hani Tawk, provided them with lunch following the recital. The event was attended by the regional chaplain for Mount Lebanon, Father Nehmatallah Saghbini; the chaplain of Baabda Prison, Father Charbel Azar; journalist Fares Karam; as well as several members of the General Prison Chaplaincy and the “Lebanon of Tomorrow” association. This initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen spiritual and humanitarian support for female inmates and maintain meaningful engagement with them, helping foster an atmosphere of solidarity and support within the prison.
Students from Mishmish School visit the Mishmish Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit on the occasion of the 165th Anniversary of the Internal Security Forces
11/6/2026
Students from Mishmish School visit the Mishmish Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit on the occasion of the 165th Anniversary of the Internal Security Forces
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: On the occasion of the 165th Anniversary of the Internal Security Forces, and within the framework of cooperation and coordination between the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces and educational institutions in Lebanon, 57 students from Mishmish Mixed Public School visited the Mishmish Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit on 03-06-2026, accompanied by the school principal, Mr. Youssef Berri, and a group of teachers. Upon their arrival, they were welcomed by the station personnel. The station commander, Major Ahmad Al Adraa, provided them with a detailed presentation on the duties of the Internal Security Forces and their role in serving citizens across various fields. In this context, discussions focused on the importance of cooperation between the Internal Security Forces and citizens, as well as ways to promote civic responsibility among students. The station commander also explained how violations are addressed, how judicial investigations are conducted under the authority and supervision of the judiciary, and how judicial directives are implemented. Several students then addressed questions to Major Al Adraa regarding the duties and responsibilities of the Internal Security Forces, and he provided them with comprehensive answers. Afterward, Mr. Berri delivered a speech in which he praised the efforts of the Internal Security Forces in serving citizens, highlighting their important role in serving society and the sacrifices they make. At the conclusion of the visit, the students toured the various sections of the police station. Sweets, informational brochures, and Internal Security Forces flags were distributed to the students, and commemorative photographs were taken to mark the occasion.
Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Internal Security Forces and the Lebanese French University
4/6/2026
Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Internal Security Forces and the Lebanese French University
The Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdallah, received this morning in his office at the General Headquarters Barracks a delegation from the Lebanese French University (ULF), comprising the University President and former Minister Dr. Michel Najjar, Director of Financial and Administrative Affairs Dr. Hani Haidoura, and retired Brigadier General Fawzi Hammadi. During the meeting, Major General Abdallah and Dr. Najjar signed a Memorandum of Understanding on academic cooperation between the two parties. The University President expressed the institution’s willingness to provide special scholarships to serving members of the Internal Security Forces, as well as to their families and the families of retired personnel. The signing ceremony was attended by the Head of the Staff Authority Unit, Brigadier General Dr. Alfred Hanna; the Commander of the Internal Security Forces Institute, Brigadier General Ahmad Abla; the Head of the Public Relations Division, Brigadier General Joseph Msallam; the Head of the Planning and Organization Division, Brigadier General Maroun El Khoury; the Head of the Administrative Affairs Division, Brigadier General Fadi El Hajj; and the Head of the Training Division, Brigadier General Troudi Al Qadi. This initiative comes within the framework of efforts to strengthen integration between security and academic institutions and to promote the concept of knowledge-based security, thereby contributing positively to the development of security performance and the enhancement of stability within Lebanese society.
Issued by the Directorate General of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: The Directorate General of Internal Security Forces, based on the instructions of the competent judicial authorities, is circulating the photograph of the missing minor: Alaa Ahmad Mahmoud Baghdadi (born in 2011, Syrian) She left her place of residence in Haret Saida on 30-09-2026, heading to an unknown destination, and has not returned to date. Therefore, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is kindly requested to contact Haret Saida Police Station, under the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, at 07-720095, to provide any available information.
30/9/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating a photograph of the missing minor: Ayat Omar Al-Flaiti (born in 2009, Lebanese national), who left her family home in Ersal – Al-Flaiti neighborhood on 16 September 2026 and has not returned to date. Accordingly, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is asked to contact the Ersal Police Station of the Territorial Gendarmerie Unit at 28-230036 and provide any relevant information.
17/9/2026
La Direction générale des Forces de sécurité intérieure – Division des relations publiques communique ce qui suit : Sur instruction de l’autorité judiciaire compétente, la Direction générale des Forces de sécurité intérieure diffuse la photo de la personne portée disparue : Rou’a Seifeddine Al-Dayekh (née en 1999, de nationalité syrienne). Elle est portée disparue depuis le 4 septembre 2026. Il est à noter qu’elle travaille pour une société de marketing entre Jounieh et Beyrouth. Par conséquent, toute personne l’ayant vue ou disposant d’informations à son sujet ou sur l’endroit où elle pourrait se trouver est priée de contacter la Brigade judiciaire de Beyrouth, relevant de l’Unité de police de Beyrouth, aux numéros 01-810170 ou 01-810171, afin de communiquer toute information utile.
8/9/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating a photograph of the missing minor: Fatima Yazbek (born in 2010, unregistered in the civil registry). She left her family home in Nahla, Baalbek District, on 27 August 2026 for an unknown destination and has not returned since. She suffers from psychological and neurological disorders. Accordingly, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is asked to contact the Younine Police Station of the Territorial Gendarmerie Unit at 28-305011 and provide any relevant information.
28/8/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Upon the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the photograph of the missing person: Amal Fouad Ismail (born in 1991, Lebanese). She left her residence in Zgharta, near the Antonine School, on 9 August 2026, heading toward the town of Amchit, and has not returned since. She is known to suffer from a neurological disorder and is undergoing appropriate medical treatment. Anyone who has seen her or has any information regarding her whereabouts is requested to contact the Zgharta Police Station, Regional Gendarmerie Unit, on 06-660015, and provide any relevant information.
11/8/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: At the request of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the photographs of the following missing persons: Fadia Hussein Salah El-Din (born in 1984, Lebanese), who suffers from neurological disorders; and her children: Elias Kassab (born in 2016, Lebanese), minor; Lilia Kassab (born in 2017, Lebanese), minor; Marian Kassab (born in 2019, Lebanese), minor. They left their residence in Mreijat – Bekaa on 30 July 2026, heading toward the Houch Al Oumara area, and have not returned since. Anyone who has seen them or has any information regarding their whereabouts is requested to contact the Maalaka Police Station, Regional Gendarmerie Unit, on 08-804978.
1/8/2026
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: At the request of the competent judicial authorities, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the photograph of the missing minor: Assil Al-Sharji (born in 2014, Syrian) She left her family’s place of residence in the town of Eddé, Jbeil District, and has not returned to date. Anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact the Jbeil Police Station of the Territorial Gendarmerie Unit at 09-584092 and provide any available information.
25/7/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: Upon the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the photograph of: Zahraa Abdul Ali Mouheibis (born in 2001, Iraqi national), who left Iraq on May 7, 2026, via Baghdad International Airport, traveling alone to Lebanon. Since that date, her whereabouts have remained unknown. Anyone who has seen her or has any information regarding her whereabouts is requested to contact the Ras Beirut Police Station of the Beirut Police Unit at 01-740942 and provide any relevant information.
11/7/2026
