**Doctor’s Fate to be Decided Today: Verdict in Giorgi Akhobadze Case Expected**
In a highly anticipated decision, the verdict in the case of Dr. Giorgi Akhobadze will be announced today, August 6, at Tbilisi City Court. The defendant, who is accused of a serious drug-related crime, has maintained his innocence throughout the trial.
Dr. Akhobadze’s lawyer had previously requested a postponement of the verdict due to Judge Romeo Tkeshelashvili’s unexpected decision to delay the session on July 25. However, after a week of deliberation, Tkeshelashvili will finally deliver the verdict today.
**Defendant Claims Wrongdoing by Law Enforcement**
In his final statement at the previous hearing, Dr. Akhobadze and his defense team vehemently denied any wrongdoing. They claimed that the drugs found in his possession were planted by law enforcement officials and that a saliva sample taken from his mouth was falsified to implicate him.
Dr. Akhobadze himself took to the stand to assert his innocence, stating that he had never been involved with drugs and that the investigation’s failure to conduct a drug test on him suggested they knew they didn’t have enough evidence.
**Severe Consequences if Found Guilty**
The charges against Dr. Akhobadze carry severe consequences. He is accused of violating Article 260, Part 6 of the Criminal Code of Georgia, which pertains to the illegal acquisition and possession of large quantities of narcotic substances. If found guilty, he could face a sentence of 8 to 20 years in prison or even life imprisonment.
**The Wait Continues**
As the court prepares to deliver its verdict, many are holding their breath, waiting to see whether Dr. Akhobadze’s pleas of innocence will be heard. Today’s announcement is expected to bring closure to this high-profile case, but only time will tell what the future holds for the embattled doctor.
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