Giorgi Akhobadze, a 43-year-old anesthesiologist-resuscitator and pro-European activist who actively participated in the demonstrations against the 'Russian Law,' was unexpectedly arrested for a drug offense. He provided medical advice to demonstrators and publicly expressed his political views on social media.

Akhobadze's arrest occurred on December 8, 2024, as he was returning home from a protest. Police stopped his vehicle and conducted a personal search, during which, they claim, a narcotic substance, α-PVP, weighing 3.73133 grams, was recovered from his pocket. Akhobadze denies the charges and claims the drugs were planted by the police.

The circumstances of the case raise many questions. The police cited 'urgent necessity' as the basis for the search, but there is no concrete evidence to support this. It is also unclear why technical means were not used during the search, casting doubt on the search's objectivity.

A case was filed against Ahobadze under Article 260, which refers to the illegal manufacture, production, purchase, storage, transportation or forwarding of narcotic drugs. The charge carries a sentence of 8 to 20 years or life imprisonment. Judge Nino Maridashvili ordered Akhobadze to be detained for two months as a preventive measure, despite evidence presented by his lawyer, Lasha Tsutskiridze, that called the legality of the arrest into question.

Akhobadze's lawyer states that there is no video evidence in the case to prove Akhobadze's guilt. Also, according to him, Akhobadze's DNA was found not on the drug packets, but on the packaging tape, raising the possibility of artificially transferred DNA.

Akhobadze's arrest and the court proceedings have caused significant public outcry. Many people believe that Akhobadze's arrest is politically motivated and related to his active civic stance.

Following his arrest, Akhobadze suffered a personal tragedy – the death of his mother, whom he cared for. His lawyer, Lasha Tsutskiridze, petitioned the court to allow Akhobadze to attend his mother's funeral, however it was declined. In a letter sent from prison, Akhobadze thanks his supporters and speaks of the pain he feels over his mother's death. He emphasizes that it was important for him to say goodbye to his mother and hopes that he will be able to grieve her someday.

In his letter, Akhobadze discusses the ongoing protests and states that this movement is the 'last chance' that must be seized. He calls on the public to unite and continue the struggle, despite his imprisonment. 'The fight will go on until the end!' Akhobadze declares.

Akhobadze's case involves several questionable circumstances that cast doubt on the right to a fair trial. The public demands a transparent and objective investigation to establish the truth and ensure justice.