In Kaunas, Lithuania, police reported an incident involving two men attempting to steal four bottles of vodka from a store located on Northern Avenue. When store security personnel intervened to stop the theft, one of the suspects violently struck a security guard with a bottle, causing injury. The injured guard, born in 1991, received medical assistance and is currently being treated on an outpatient basis.

The two men involved in the theft attempt, aged 36 and 31, have since been arrested and are being held in jail pending further investigation. Authorities have initiated preliminary investigations into charges of theft and public disorder violations, highlighting the seriousness of the crime and the potential legal repercussions for the suspects involved. The incident underscores ongoing issues with retail crime and violence in public shopping spaces.

This incident has raised concerns about the safety of retail workers in Lithuania as they continue to face threats and aggressive behavior from criminals. Law enforcement is likely to step up measures to ensure the safety of both employees and customers in the retail environment, reflecting a broader societal concern about crime and violence in public areas.