On May 23, 2025, in Zarasai, Lithuania, a violent altercation occurred during a drinking session at a residential house that led to the death of a guest, O. N. The incident escalated when the accused, G. Slavinskas, became angry after witnessing O. N. allegedly stealing food from the homeowner's refrigerator. In a fit of rage, Slavinskas assaulted O. N. with at least twelve blows to various parts of his body, four of which targeted his head directly.

Despite Slavinskas' attempts to defend himself in court by claiming that his blows were not forceful, forensic medical experts contradicted this assertion, stating that the victim died from severe head trauma resulting in brain compression and acute respiratory and cardiac failure. They emphasized that such injuries could lead to death within just a few minutes, underlining the lethal nature of the assault. The contradiction between Slavinskas’ defense and the medical findings played a crucial role in the court's decision.

Ultimately, the court ruled that Slavinskas acted with indirect intent, acknowledging that while there was no direct evidence proving his aim to kill, the method and intensity of the violence exhibited during the assault clearly suggested reckless disregard for human life. This case highlights issues of violence in social settings and the legal implications of actions taken in moments of heightened emotional response.