Illegal firearms, ammunition seized in Tbilisi, regions

The crime is punishable by three to seven years in prison. Photo: video grab.

Agenda.ge, 27 Oct 2021 - 15:04, Tbilisi,Georgia

The Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs has seized illegal firearms and ammunition in the municipalities of Tbilisi, Marneuli, Lentekhi, and Akhaltsikhe.

The Interior Ministry reports that four individuals were arrested for the illegal purchase and possession of firearms and ammunition today.

Two out of the four suspects, identified only as N.B. and G.L., have prior convictions. 

During the search of the suspects, police officers seized numerous firearms and ammunition, including TT and CZ-75 pistols, an AK-74, and 88 cartridges.

The crime is punishable by three to seven years in prison.