Tbilisi will have tourist patrol crews

The Georgian Minister of Internal Affairs Giorgi Gakharia stated in parliament today that infantry patrol police officers will appear at Tbilisi tourist zones from Monday to ensure safety and order and to provide support to tourists when asked and needed. 

Minister Giorgi Gakharia stated that initially 20 patrol police infantry crews will walk in Tbilisi with the new task. 

Gradually, in several weeks, the number of units will reach 60, which will completely cover all tourist zones of Tbilisi,” Gakharia said. 

Gakharia stated that the reason for the decision was increased tourist traffic in Georgia, which benefits the state economy and at the same time increased safety threats. 

The increased inflow of tourists carries risks which should be addressed,” Gakharia said. 

The police crews will begin their patrols next week.