A car was stolen in Daugavpils. Local residents helped catch the thief
A stolen car in Daugavpils was recovered with the help of local residents who identified the suspected thief.
On February 6, 2026, a car, specifically a Citroen C4, was stolen from Stacijas Street in Daugavpils, resulting in a financial loss of 4,350 euros due to the vehicle being left with the ignition keys inside. The incident prompted local authorities to launch an investigation, and just two days later, on February 8, the vehicle was located in the vicinity of Vecsaliena parish. Local residents played a crucial role in assisting law enforcement by identifying a potential suspect, a 1985-born man, leading to his apprehension and the establishment of a criminal case by the State Police of Latvia under Section 175 of the Criminal Code regarding vehicle theft.