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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The List of Most Frequently Stolen Cars Includes a Beloved Model by Lithuanians: Experts Advise on How to Protect Yourself

Lithuanian experts discuss the increasing trend in car thefts, highlighting specific models that are frequently targeted and offering advice on how to prevent such thefts.

Mar 22 • 11:34 UTC
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Crime & Justice

A car carrying contraband was detained in Šalčininkai: cigarettes hidden even in the engine compartment

Lithuanian authorities seized a vehicle from a Belarusian citizen that was found to be concealing over 11,000 packets of contraband cigarettes.

Mar 21 • 10:21 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Customs officials dismantled a large smuggling hideout turned foreigner's car: 60,000 euros worth of cigarettes found

Lithuanian customs officials discovered a significant stash of illegal cigarettes hidden within a Belarusian citizen's car during a routine inspection at a border checkpoint.

Mar 21 • 10:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Customs officers discover contraband cigarettes worth 60 thousand euros in a Belarusian's car in Šalčininkai

Lithuanian customs officials discovered contraband cigarettes worth over 60,000 euros hidden in a Belarusian's car during a routine check.

Mar 21 • 10:06 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Nemuno Aushra" Faces Serious Issues: VRK to Decide Whether the Party Committed Grave Violations

The Lithuanian party 'Nemuno Aushra' is under scrutiny for potentially questionable car rental agreements with its own members, leading to investigation by the VRK.

Mar 18 • 09:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

A Lithuanian arrested in Poland while driving a stolen 'Porsche' from Germany to Lithuania

A Lithuanian man was apprehended by Polish border guards while attempting to drive a stolen Porsche from Germany to Lithuania.

Mar 13 • 10:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Not all car faults are your problems: a lawyer explains how to terminate a contract and what you should not overlook

A Lithuanian lawyer provides insights on hidden defects in car purchases and explains how buyers can protect their rights when faced with undisclosed issues after the sale.

Mar 12 • 16:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Contraband Cigarettes Found in Ignalina Region Car Trunk

Lithuanian authorities discovered contraband cigarettes during a traffic stop in the Ignalina region.

Mar 11 • 06:44 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Vilma Danauskienė was involved in an accident: manipulations appeared on social networks

Lithuanian politician Vilma Danauskienė was involved in a car accident but reported no serious injuries, explaining the circumstances on social media.

Mar 10 • 15:39 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Politician Vilma Danauskienė was involved in an accident: photos show overturned car

Lithuanian politician Vilma Danauskienė shared news of her car accident on Facebook, indicating she escaped serious injuries despite the vehicle overturning after sliding off a slippery road.

Mar 9 • 11:25 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police Strikes Against Stolen Car Parts Network

Lithuanian authorities have conducted a significant operation to dismantle a network involved in the theft of car parts across various cities.

Mar 5 • 11:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

There has not been a police strike against car and parts thieves in a long time - an international operation took place in Lithuania

Lithuanian police conducted a large-scale international operation targeting organized groups involved in the trafficking of stolen cars and their parts, in cooperation with Interpol.

Mar 5 • 11:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Žemaitaitis demonstrates calm due to new investigations: "Starts ten, ends all"

Lithuanian politician R. Žemaitaitis remains unfazed by a police investigation into potential fraud related to his rental car expenses amid the upcoming 2024 elections.

Mar 4 • 08:38 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Prosecutor's Office: Pre-trial investigation launched regarding R. Žemaitaitis' car rental

A pre-trial investigation has been initiated to determine whether R. Žemaitaitis engaged in criminal activity while renting and using a vehicle in connection with his role as a member of the Lithuanian Parliament.

Mar 4 • 07:59 UTC
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Crime & Justice

An Investigation Has Been Launched Regarding Remigijus Žemaitaitis' Car Rental

An investigation is underway concerning Lithuanian MP Remigijus Žemaitaitis' rental agreement with a political party while concurrently using the vehicle as a member of parliament.

Mar 4 • 07:51 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

A Lithuanian in Qatar describes what is happening: 'If the situation worsens - the car is parked, the tank is full'

A Lithuanian national in Qatar discusses the ongoing unrest in the Middle East following attacks by the US and Israel on Iranian targets and subsequent Iranian retaliation against US bases in the region.

Mar 3 • 17:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Driver Shared Weather-Induced Curiosity: "I Bought Studded Tires Overnight"

A Lithuanian driver humorously shared photos of his car tires that appeared to be decorated with ice crystals, joking that he had purchased studded tires overnight.

Mar 3 • 16:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Norway - a massive rockslide: a car with Lithuanian plates was crushed

A major rockslide in Norway resulted in significant damage, including a car with Lithuanian license plates being crushed.

Mar 2 • 09:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Rockfall in Norway: Car with Lithuanian License Plates Crushed

A rockfall in Norway's Vestland county crushed a car with Lithuanian license plates, while nine people from two families fortunately escaped unharmed.

Mar 2 • 08:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Viktorija Mauručaitė encountered an unpleasant incident: "Life is full of first times"

Lithuanian singer Viktorija Mauručaitė faced a frustrating situation after a successful concert in Vilnius when her car got stuck after hitting a metal barrier in the parking lot.

Mar 2 • 08:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Due to the unexpectedness on the road, Edgaras Lubys' journey ended in an incident: his car was damaged

Famous Lithuanian figure Edgaras Lubys shared on Facebook that his car was damaged in a pothole incident on a road in Kaunas.

Mar 1 • 11:19 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

"Hard to Believe": The A1 Highway is a Graveyard of Cars

A Lithuanian politician has reported seeing over 20 vehicles with flat tires on the A1 highway near Ariogala, highlighting severe road conditions.

Feb 27 • 21:18 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Lithuanian who killed three people in the United Kingdom released from prison after only three years and deported to homeland

A Lithuanian man who killed three people in a car crash in the UK has been released from prison after serving only three years and subsequently deported back to Lithuania.

Feb 26 • 12:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Andrius Užkalnis Involved in Accident: His Car Significantly Damaged

Lithuanian public figure Andrius Užkalnis was involved in a car accident that severely damaged his vehicle while he was returning home to Klaipėda.

Feb 20 • 16:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Ethics guards will not evaluate the car rental agreement made by Remigijus Žemaitaitis with the party

The Lithuanian Electoral Commission has decided not to initiate an investigation into a car rental agreement involving Remigijus Žemaitaitis and his political party.

Feb 11 • 13:57 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Lithuanian police investigate the death of an Estonian citizen: car intact, man found dead on the roadside

Lithuanian authorities are investigating the death of an Estonian citizen found dead beside a road, with suspicions of being struck by a passing vehicle.

Feb 11 • 06:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media: R. Žemaitaitis had been caught before regarding the party-rented car

Lithuanian politician R. Žemaitaitis has been previously implicated in a rental contract for a BMW car with his party, which violated private interest declaration rules.

Feb 10 • 14:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VTEK begins investigation into R. Žemaitaitis' car rental

The Lithuanian Ethics Commission (VTEK) has initiated an investigation into R. Žemaitaitis regarding his rental of a car while serving as the leader of a political party.

Feb 10 • 11:13 UTC
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National & Local

VTEK Starts Investigation into Remigijus Žemaitaitis' Car Rental

The Lithuanian State Commission on Corruption Prevention has launched an investigation into Remigijus Žemaitaitis for potential violations of public and private interest laws regarding a car rental agreement.

Feb 10 • 11:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Belarusian cigarettes found in a stopped car in Trakai

Lithuanian police discovered a large quantity of Belarusian cigarettes in a stopped vehicle in Trakai, leading to the arrest of the driver.

Feb 9 • 06:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Parliamentary Spendthrifts IV: Not All Elected Officials Squandered Parliamentary Funds

A recent review highlights the top spenders in the Lithuanian Parliament, emphasizing members from the ruling Social Democratic Party and their significant expenses on car rentals and souvenirs for voters.

Feb 6 • 07:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

The Revenue Service Sends a Message Regarding 'Nemuno Aušra' Car Rentals

The Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate is conducting risk assessments on taxpayers related to issues raised about car rentals.

Feb 5 • 10:19 UTC
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Crime & Justice

A Druskininkai man transported 6 illegal migrants by car

Lithuanian authorities detained a citizen transporting six illegal migrants near the Polish border after crossing from Latvia.

Feb 4 • 15:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Million-dollar losses and raids: the FNTT targets an illegal car import scheme

An investigation, code-named 'Nimmersatt', focuses on a criminal network involving Lithuanian nationals able to smuggle severely damaged cars from the USA to the EU and sell them illegally.

Feb 2 • 09:52 UTC

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