**Former Adjara Government Head Tornike Rizhvadze’s Condition Stabilizes After Suicide Attempt**
In a shocking turn of events, former Adjara government head Tornike Rizhvadze is fighting for his life after attempting to take his own life. According to reports, Rizhvadze was rushed to the hospital with a gunshot wound to his lung and remains in serious condition on mechanical ventilation.
The incident took place at the residence of Aleksi Akhvlediani, director of Georgia’s Maritime Transport Agency, in Sagarejo, Eastern Georgian Kakheti region. Prosecutors have charged Akhvlediani with negligent firearm storage, alleging that he left the weapon unattended, which Rizhvadze then accessed and used to shoot himself.
**Key Points**
* Tornike Rizhvadze, former Adjara government head, attempted to take his own life by shooting himself in the chest.
* Aleksi Akhvlediani, director of Georgia’s Maritime Transport Agency, has been charged with negligent firearm storage after prosecutors alleged that he left the weapon unattended, which Rizhvadze then accessed and used.
* Prosecutors have launched an investigation under Article 115 – “incitement to suicide,” while police are looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
**Akhvlediani’s Lawyer Speaks Out**
In a statement, Akhvlediani’s lawyer said that the two men were close friends who frequently visited each other. She denied any wrongdoing by Akhvlediani, stating that he was not near Rizhvadze when the incident occurred and rushed him to the hospital before paramedics arrived.
**Questions Remain**
While the Prosecutor’s Office has released details about the investigation, several questions remain unanswered. For instance, what led Rizhvadze to attempt to take his own life? Did he have any pre-existing mental health issues or was there another factor at play?
Additionally, it is unclear why Akhvlediani left the firearm unattended, despite being a public figure with access to sensitive information.
**Rizhvadze’s Condition Shows Positive Dynamics**
According to updates from the Tbilisi First University Clinic, where Rizhvadze was transferred, his condition shows positive dynamics. The director of the clinic reported that Rizhvadze is communicating and following simple commands, which suggests a stable but serious condition.
**Investigation Continues**
As investigations continue into this shocking incident, one thing is clear: the Georgian government must ensure that its citizens receive the necessary support to address mental health issues and prevent similar incidents in the future. The country’s justice system must also guarantee that those responsible for mishandling sensitive information are held accountable.
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