The army arrests two wanted individuals for the crime of opening fire in Baalbek

Thursday, 14 May 2026

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

An Army unit raided the home of a citizen (Y.S.) in El Ain– Baalbek for his involvement in a dispute and a shooting incident. He was arrested, and a pistol and military ammunition were seized from his possession.

Another army unit also carried out raids in Brital – Baalbek, arresting a citizen (R.M.) for opening fire. A quantity of hashish was found in his possession.

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