An investigation has been launched into the confrontation that occurred at the East Point shopping center in Tbilisi

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has launched an investigation regarding the incident that occurred at the East Point shopping center. According to the agency, the case has been initiated under Article 126 of the Criminal Code, which pertains to violence. The Ministry of Internal Affairs states that investigative actions are currently underway and no information regarding detainees has been released. Interpressnews+2

According to information released about the incident, an armed confrontation allegedly took place between teenagers at the shopping center. According to eyewitness Ani Gachechiladze, who spoke with TV Pirveli and Radio Tavisupleba, young people and minors were involved in the fight. The eyewitness notes that she saw a knife during the confrontation. Interpressnews+4

TV Pirveli released video footage and an eyewitness account, according to which the individuals involved in the incident were physically assaulting each other and using profanity. According to the eyewitness, approximately 20 teenagers were involved in the incident. Following the event, witnesses were taken to the police for questioning. Radio Tavisupleba+3