Ministry of Internal Affairs publishes Shalva Abuladze’s photo and would like to warn society to be cautious, as Shalva Abuladze is armed. We would also like to ask citizens to call on the hot line (2 405222) in case of having information on whereabouts of Shalva Abuladze. Confidentiality is guaranteed.
On the evening of April 4, inspector-investigator of VIII police station of Isani-Samgori Police Division of MIA-Beka Margishvili along with assistant to the detective- Valerian Grdzelishvili was fulfilling his official duties in Varketili settlement, Tbilisi, in vicinities of Varketili subway, namely on Javakheti Street when they stopped Shalva Abuladze in order to verify his identity.
Abuladze opened fire to the direction of police officers unexpectedly and left the crime scene. As a result of shooting both police officers were wounded. Due to the received injuries Beka Margishvili died after being transferred at University Clinic. Valerian Grdzelishvili is undergoing medical treatment at First Clinical Hospital. Operative-searching and investigative activities are being held at the moment in order to detain Shalva Abuladze. Investigation is conducted by Tbilisi Prosecutor’s Office.
