Database/Political Prisoners/Tamar Lortkipanidze

Tamar Lortkipanidze

Pretrial Detention
Age: 48Arrested: 22 October 2025Potential: 4-7 years
Art. 126Art. 353.1

Article 126 – Violence resulting in physical pain. Article 353 prima, Part 1 – Attack on a police officer's vehicle while on duty.

Case Details

Tamar Lortkipanidze, 48, was arrested for climbing onto the roof of a police patrol car and blocking traffic during a rally on Rustaveli Avenue on October 22, 2025. Prosecutors also allege she struck a taxi driver in the face and damaged the police vehicle (estimated 3,300 GEL). During a December court hearing, she fell ill and was taken to hospital. Her lawyer cited deteriorating health and complaints about detention conditions.

Procedural Issues

Health deteriorated in detention.

Personal Background

48-year-old longtime participant in pro-European, anti-government protests.

Health Issues

Fell ill in courtroom. Deteriorating health including symptoms that began in detention.

Timeline of Key Dates

22 October 2025
Arrested after climbing police patrol car during rally