A former manager of the Plunge hospital, A. Martusevičius, has been found guilty of bribery tied to the acceptance of at least a 300 euro bribe, receiving a fine and losing the right to work in public institutions for three years. The hospital's financier, Loreta Miltenienė, has also been penalized, facing a hefty fine of 14,700 euros for accepting a 700 euro bribe. The court's ruling on this corruption case is final and not subject to appeal, highlighting the judicial system's stance against public sector corruption in Lithuania.

The conviction of Martusevičius is notable as it underscores ongoing issues relating to corruption within Lithuanian public administration, as indicated by criminologist A. Čepas, who commented on the societal disregard for moral values in the country. The case reveals the practices that undermine public trust in state institutions, particularly in healthcare, which is crucial during times of crisis like public health emergencies.

Alongside the fines, the confiscation of assets matching the values of the bribes—300 euros from Martusevičius and 700 euros from Miltenienė—demonstrates a tangible effort by the legal system to recover illicitly gained benefits. The ruling serves not only as a punishment but also as a deterrent to other public workers who may consider engaging in corrupt practices in the future, reflecting a commitment to eradicating such behavior from the public sector in Lithuania.