Former Minister of Territorial Administration Tiran Khachatryan, along with Aksen Safranyan, Sergey Shamiryan, Garik Hayrapetyan, and Norayr Avanesyan, all residents of the Republic of Artsakh, have been arrested in connection with the investigation into the Կքո գյուղմեձային յանկարագործության case, according to SHAMSHYAN.com. Tiran Khachatryan and the other individuals have been transferred to a detention facility administered by the Yerevan city surveillance of the penitentiary system. Earlier, SHAMSHYAN.com reported that on January 11, the Criminal Investigation Department of the Police of the Republic of Armenia in Kotayk Province, headed by Ruben Davtyan, along with members of the Kotayk Province Military Police and Internal Security Department, uncovered a stash of weapons near the Erica restaurant in Charentsavan. It was suspected that the weapons were hidden by a member of the RA Armed Forces General Staff.

This news comes as a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the Կքո գյուղմեձային յանկարագործության case. The arrest of former Minister Tiran Khachatryan, along with residents of Artsakh, suggests that the authorities are actively pursuing leads and individuals involved in this case. The transfer of these individuals to a detention facility in Yerevan indicates the seriousness of the charges and the commitment of law enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough investigation.

It is worth noting that Tiran Khachatryan, a former high-ranking government official, brings attention to the potential political ramifications of this case. As a former Minister of Territorial Administration, Khachatryan’s arrest sends a strong message that no one is above the law, regardless of their previous position or influence. This demonstrates the government’s commitment to combating corruption and holding individuals accountable for their actions.

The discovery of a stash of weapons near the Erica restaurant in Charentsavan adds another layer of intrigue to the investigation. The involvement of the RA Armed Forces General Staff raises questions about potential connections between the weapons stash and higher-ranking military officials. It is crucial for the investigation to establish the source and purpose of these hidden weapons, as it may uncover larger criminal activities or threats to national security.

The arrest of Tiran Khachatryan and other individuals involved in the Կքո գյուղմեձային յանկարագործության case is a significant step towards justice and ensuring accountability. The public’s trust in the justice system relies on a fair and transparent investigation, leading to a fair trial and appropriate punishment for those found guilty. The authorities must continue their efforts to uncover all the facts and evidence associated with this case, allowing the truth to prevail and justice to be served.