Raid and Arrest of Individuals, and Seizure of Drugs, firearms and ammunition

Thursday, 15 May 2025

The LAF Command – Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement:
As part of the ongoing pursuit of those who shot during the municipal and mayoral elections in the northern Lebanon and Akkar governorates, army units, supported by patrols from the Intelligence Directorate, raided the residences of several suspects, arresting 8 individuals and seizing weapons and ammunition.
Additionally, a patrol from the Intelligence Directorate raided the residences of wanted individuals in Al Marh – Hermel, and arrested the citizen (W.AA.) wanted for various crimes including gunfire, trafficking in military weapons, and theft. A quantity of drugs and military weapons was seized in his possession.
The seized items were handed over, and the investigations with the arrestees began under the supervision of the competent judicial authorities.