Police solve Mestia stabbing case and arrest suspect following brawl involving minors

Police have arrested a suspect in Mestia on charges of intentional infliction of grievous bodily harm and assault against a minor.

An investigation established that on 5 September, an altercation broke out between two minors in the town of Mestia. The father of one of the minors intervened in the conflict and physically assaulted the second youth.

The incident subsequently escalated as several bystanders became involved, during which the suspect produced a bladed weapon and stabbed two individuals. The suspect was also injured during the physical altercation.

All three injured parties were transported to a medical facility to receive appropriate treatment.

Following operational measures and investigative actions at the scene, law enforcement officers apprehended the suspect directly at the medical centre.

The investigation is ongoing under Articles 117 and 126 of the Criminal Code of Georgia, which carry a penalty of up to seven years’ imprisonment upon conviction.