Feb 15 • 09:11 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

In Kupiškis district, a pensioner stabbed a man suitable for his son

A 68-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a 38-year-old man during a conflict in Lithuania's Kupiškis district.

In the Kupiškis district of Lithuania, a serious incident occurred involving a stabbing on Saturday evening. The local police reported that a 68-year-old pensioner attacked a 38-year-old man with a knife during a dispute at a residence in the village of Vėžionių. The victim sustained injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment. The nature of the injuries has been classified as moderate, leading to a significant public concern regarding safety in the community.

The police swiftly apprehended the suspect, who was found to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident, with a blood alcohol concentration of 1.1 promille. This has raised questions about the role of alcohol in domestic conflicts and the adequacy of existing measures to address such issues in Lithuania. The suspect has since been taken into custody, emphasizing the police's strong response to violent incidents in the region.

A preliminary investigation has been launched focusing on the charge of causing moderate bodily harm. This case may illuminate broader issues related to public safety and the factors contributing to domestic violence, prompting discussions on how to better support victims and prevent similar incidents in the future.

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