The complaint of the alleged victim of Edgar Abukhba prompted criticism of the Abkhaz security forces.
Abkhaz security forces did not initiate a case or detain Edgar Abukhba, despite the fact that in September 2025 he attempted to commit rape and threatened murder, the alleged victim complained on social media. Residents of Abkhazia, commenting on her story, criticized the police for their lack of proper response and the early release of Abukhba.