Georgian Police seize large quantity of narcotics, arresting five individuals

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia on Sunday announced the arrest of five individuals on charges related to the illegal acquisition, possession, and intended sale of an especially large quantity of narcotic substances, following a large-scale operation in the capital.

Officers from the Gldani–Nadzaladevi Main Division of the Tbilisi Police Department, under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, carried out investigative actions that resulted in the detention of five suspects.

The operation led to the seizure of significant quantities of various narcotics, as well as illegal firearms and ammunition.

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, those detained include two individuals with prior convictions and two foreign nationals.

As a result, police confiscated large quantities of drugs prepared for sale, including methadone, alpha-PVP, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), and dried marijuana. In addition, illegal weapons and ammunition were found at the residence of one of the detainees.

The offences are punishable by up to 20 years or life imprisonment.