The frozen body of a man, approximately 70 years old, was discovered in a forest in the Ukmergė district, while another body of a man born in 1984 was found in a village in Telšiai district, both prompting investigations into the causes of death.
Authorities in Lithuania reported the discovery of a frozen body in the Ukmergė district's Dukstyna forest, identified as a male of approximately 70 years old whose identity remains unknown. This incident highlights the suddenness of winter's harsh conditions and their fatal consequences, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly or homeless individuals.
In a separate incident, the Telšiai district police announced that a man born in 1984 was found frozen to death on the street in Judrėnai village. Unlike the first case, there were no signs of violence associated with this death, which raises concerns about gang or social violence that could lead to untimely deaths, as well as the need for greater support for individuals living in precarious situations.
Both cases have led to the initiation of pre-trial investigations to determine the cause of death. Law enforcement agencies are tasked with examining the circumstances surrounding these tragedies while considering broader social issues, such as the effects of extreme weather on public safety and the challenges faced by those living in precarious conditions in Lithuania during winter.
