Arrest of One of the Most Wanted Individuals in Chaat – Baalbek for Shooting and Launching Rocket-Propelled Grenades at an Army Patrol

The Lebanese Army Command – Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement:

Following a series of security measures, an Army unit arrested Lebanese citizen (AA.W.) in the Chaat – Baalbek. He is considered one of the most wanted individuals for shooting and launching rocket-propelled grenades at an Army patrol, causing injuries among its personnel.

He is also the subject of numerous arrest warrants for crimes including armed robbery, theft at gunpoint, drug abuse, and trafficking. A quantity of drugs was seized in his possession.

The seized items were handed over, and an investigation was initiated with the arrestees under the supervision of the competent judicial authorities.