The family of a British mother trapped in a Georgian prison are making a desperate plea for help to secure her freedom and bring her home. Bella Culley, 31, is being held in Tbilisi on serious drug charges, a situation her family insists began when she was cruelly deceived.
Her mother, Maxine Culley, has launched a fundraising campaign, revealing the immense financial strain of fighting the case abroad. The family believes Bella was tricked into acting as an unwitting drug mule after being promised a legitimate job opportunity overseas.
A Mother's Agonising Fight for Justice
Speaking from her home in the UK, Maxine Culley described the nightmare of having her daughter incarcerated thousands of miles away. "We are living in a constant state of fear and worry," she said. "The legal costs are astronomical and we have reached a point where we desperately need help to continue fighting this."
The funds raised are intended to cover escalating legal fees, translation costs, and essential living expenses for Bella, who has already spent months behind bars in the former Soviet state.
The Hidden Dangers of International Job Offers
This shocking case serves as a stark warning to other Britons travelling abroad. Criminals often use sophisticated ploys, offering attractive employment packages to lure individuals into carrying illicit materials across international borders, completely unaware of the contents.
The Foreign Office has confirmed it is providing consular assistance to a British national detained in Georgia. A spokesperson advised: "We are supporting the family of a British woman detained in Georgia and are in contact with the local authorities."
As Bella’s family continues their battle, their story highlights the devastating human cost of international drug trafficking and the complex challenges faced by families when a loved one is imprisoned in a foreign country.
