“Firearms, revolvers, ammunition and magazines seized” — 9 people detained in Georgia
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Employees of the Patrol Police Department, the Tbilisi Police, and the police departments of Imereti, Kakheti, and Shida Kartli of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia, as a result of various operational measures and investigative actions carried out at different times, seized illegal firearms and ammunition in Tbilisi and the regions — 9 people were detained. This was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
“On charges of illegal acquisition, possession and carrying of firearms and ammunition, the following individuals were detained: M.L., born in 1969; D.G., born in 1997; J.K., born in 1997; V.B., born in 1984; G.G., born in 1961, as well as four previously convicted individuals: R.K., born in 1995; P.G., born in 1970; A.B., born in 1976; and B.J., born in 1972.
During searches of the suspects, their vehicles and residences, law enforcement officers seized various types of firearms as evidence, including automatic weapons, revolvers and pistols, along with ammunition and magazines.
The investigation into the illegal acquisition and possession of firearms and ammunition is being conducted under Article 236 of the Criminal Code of Georgia,” the statement said.
For reference: the crime is punishable by up to 7 years of imprisonment.
