Gela Udzilauri, accused of the contract killing of businessman Levan Jangveladze and the attempted murder of his driver, Gia Chaduneli, refused to testify at today’s hearing.

After a few minutes of consultation with his lawyers, Udzilauri, as a prosecution witness, declined to provide testimony.

“He does not wish to testify for the prosecution,” stated his lawyer.

Whether Gela Udzilauri will testify as a defense witness at the next court hearing or choose to make a final statement remains unclear.

Additionally, it was revealed during the hearing that Mamuka Baghdavadze, summoned as a witness, also refused to testify in Gela Udzilauri’s case. However, he will provide testimony in a separate proceeding in which he is accused.

Another individual, the brother of Sandro Tsivtsivadze, who is accused of illegal acquisition and possession of a firearm, also refused to testify in court.

For reference, Gela Udzilauri was arrested in connection with the contract killing of Levan Jangveladze.

The incident occurred on March 14, 2025, at 23:30 on Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue in Tbilisi. According to the prosecution, Udzilauri fired multiple shots from a firearm at Levan Jangveladze and Gia Chaduneli in a crowded area. As a result of multiple injuries, Jangveladze died at the scene, while Chaduneli was taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds.

Gela Udzilauri has been charged under Article 19-109, subparagraphs “b” and “l” (attempted intentional murder of two persons using a means that endangers the lives and health of others) and Article 236, parts 3 and 4 (illegal acquisition, possession, and carrying of a firearm) of the Criminal Code of Georgia, which carries a penalty of 16 to 20 years of imprisonment or life imprisonment.