Incident Overview:
Case VTC25-003 involves a 50-year-old Lebanese firefighter who was violently assaulted following a dispute over right of way. During the incident, a security officer confronted him, pointed a loaded firearm at him, and threatened to kill him. The officer then struck the victim on the head with the pistol grip, causing severe injuries and heavy bleeding from the scalp. These injuries were documented and reflect the excessive level of violence used against the complainant.

Documentation and Legal Procedures:

• 14 September 2025: The victim underwent a medical examination at Al-Maamoura Center. The report showed bruises and scalp wounds requiring 15 stitches. He received appropriate treatment.
• 14 September 2025: A forensic medical examination revealed multiple injuries to the head and right shoulder caused by blunt force trauma. The assessment noted four superficial wounds and severe bruising, especially in the shoulder area, resulting in pain and restricted movement. The doctor recommended a 10-day work leave.
• The incident was documented with photographs and a video clip, which later circulated on social media, reinforcing the credibility of the event and providing visual evidence.
• 23 September 2025: The complainant filed an official torture complaint with the competent judicial authorities, and it was formally registered.

Legal Violations Committed:

• Severe Physical Assault: The complainant was struck on the head with a pistol grip, causing deep wounds and heavy bleeding, a criminal act substantiated by medical and visual evidence.
• Torture and Cruel Treatment: The assault was carried out with no regard for humanitarian or health considerations, in clear violation of Lebanese Law No. 65/2017 on the prevention of torture, as well as relevant international conventions.
• Threats and Intimidation: The direct threat of death using a loaded firearm constitutes a grave violation of the right to physical safety and human dignity, and falls under legally criminalized acts of intimidation.

Recommendations:

1. Incident Characterization and Motive: The physical assault stemmed from a dispute over traffic priority, which in no way justifies the use of force or weapon threats by a security officer.
2. Legal Prosecution: Pursue the criminal complaint against the offending officer for charges including death threats with a firearm, aggravated assault causing serious injury, and torture and cruel treatment, all in violation of Law No. 65/2017.
3. Evidence Documentation: Rely on both general and forensic medical reports detailing bruises, wounds, and stitches; include the video recording as proof of the threat and assault; and collect witness testimonies to support the narrative and confirm the traffic-related motive.
4. Protection and Compensation: Request legal protection for the complainant against further threats and file a civil lawsuit seeking compensation for physical and psychological damages resulting from the assault.
5. Medical and Psychological Follow-Up: Ensure ongoing medical evaluation of the injuries and refer the complainant to a rehabilitation center to document and treat the psychological impact of the threats and violence.