A police officer was injured during a car chase involving a fugitive driver in Rokiškis district, who rammed three police cars before being apprehended.
In the Rokiškis district of Lithuania, a police chase unfolded when officers attempted to stop a Volkswagen T-Roc driven by a fugitive. During the pursuit on the Daugpilis-Kupiškis-Panevėžys road, the driver rammed three police vehicles while attempting to evade capture. The situation escalated when the vehicle struck a police officer, causing injuries that required medical attention, though the officer is expected to recover after outpatient treatment.
The incident occurred around 1:40 PM, and it involved not just the initial collision but also additional damage as the driver continued to flee, ultimately crashing into two other vehicles. After the chaotic pursuit, police successfully stopped the fugitive driver in Birutės street, where he was found to be sober, contrasting with the initial characterization of a drunken driver attempting to escape. The arrested individual is a 1975-born male who is now facing serious legal consequences.
Authorities have commenced a preliminary investigation into the events leading to this car chase, marking it as a significant violation of traffic safety regulations. The pursuit and its aftermath highlight the increasing challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with reckless drivers, especially when they pose a danger to both officers and the public.
