United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Georgia is “shaken by the tragic death of TV Pirveli journalist that followed violent events in Tbilisi on 5 July.”
“Media freedom and safety of journalists are democratic values that must be protected. We offer deepest condolences to Aleksandre Lashkarava’s family, friends, and colleagues,” UNDP in Georgia tweeted.
We are shaken by the tragic death of @TvPirveli journalist that followed violent events in Tbilisi on 5 July. Media freedom & safety of journalists are democratic values that must be protected.
We offer deepest condolences to Aleksandre Lashkarava’s family, friends & colleagues.— UNDP in Georgia ?? (@UNDPGeorgia) July 11, 2021
TV Pirveli cameraman Lekso Lashkarava died earlier today after being assaulted by far-right activists on July 5. He was beaten in the Shame Movement office, stormed by anti-Tbilisi Pride members.
Interior Ministry launched a probe into the case under Article 115 of the Criminal Code of Georgia, involving incitement to suicide.
