Feb 18 • 18:19 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

After an unexpected collision, a few 'rooster' confessions are expected: a reward promised to the public

A car accident in Klaipeda County involved a Lexus and a Peugeot, with the latter's driver fleeing the scene.

In a recent car accident in Klaipeda County, Lithuania, two vehicles—a Lexus and a Peugeot—collided on the Vezaičiai–Plungė road near Tilvikų village. The collision caused the Lexus to veer off the road into a snowbank, while the driver of the Peugeot fled the scene. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported from the incident. Police have since initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident and to locate the driver of the Peugeot. The driver of the Lexus has taken to social media to seek help from the public, pleading for anyone who traveled on that road around 11:48 AM to check their dashcam footage for any evidence of the fleeing Peugeot. They described the vehicle as a black Peugeot 508 with tinted rear windows and potential damage to the left rear quarter panel. This community outreach aims to gather even the smallest pieces of information that could lead to identifying the driver who left the scene of the accident. Authorities are emphasizing the importance of public participation in resolving this case, reflecting a broader trend towards community engagement in law enforcement matters. The promise of a reward for information serves as an incentive for individuals to come forward, potentially aiding police investigations and enhancing road safety awareness in the region.

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