Public Defender is studying 5 cases of alleged criminal acts against children

Public Defender is studying 5 cases of alleged criminal acts against children.

According to the Ombudsman's statement, there should be a strict control of the movement of outsiders in kindergartens, schools and their surrounding areas. And, in case of doubt about danger to children, responsible persons should provide information to parents and law enforcement agencies in a timely manner.

"The Public Defender of Georgia responds to the information spread in social networks and media about alleged criminal actions against children. According to the information, in Tbilisi and in different regions of Georgia, outsiders try to establish relations with children in educational institutions or in public spaces by various methods and persuade them to travel with them by transport.

Based on the fact that the Public Defender of Georgia is already studying five similar cases, we consider it important to inform the public about this issue; In addition, we call on state agencies to take proactive and coordinated actions.

In this process, it is especially important that:

In kindergartens, schools or their surrounding area, the movement of outsiders should be strictly controlled. And, in case of danger to children, or suspicion of danger, responsible persons should provide information to parents and law enforcement agencies in a timely manner;

Educational institutions should provide children and parents with information on how to act in similar situations, what mechanisms exist to avoid danger and who to contact;

If the public notices similar facts, the public should show high civil responsibility and promptly contact the law enforcement agencies, including reporting to the public safety management center on 112.

The Public Defender will study the progress of the investigation started on the alleged cases and will evaluate the measures implemented by the state agencies in order to react to each case.

If necessary, interested persons can contact the Public Defender of Georgia on the hotline during 24 hours - 1481," the information said.