The investigation's conclusions about the beating of the tourist in Telavi sparked new debates on social media.
Supporters of Giorgi Chigladze, who beat a Russian-speaking tourist in Telavi, did not provide any video evidence confirming that the tourists poured water from the balcony, stated some social media users, commenting on the investigation's conclusions that the girls did not douse the wedding guests. Other commentators continued to insist that the attack was preceded by provocation from the tourists.