On the night of January 27-28, the State Police received reports of two cars being set on fire in the Lauma neighborhood of Liepāja. Consequently, the South Kurzeme Division of the Kurzeme Regional Police initiated a criminal investigation. In February, three persons were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy and the commission of the crime. The investigation revealed that, on January 28, around 3 a.m., two vehicles—a 'Opel' and a 'Volvo'—were reported to be on fire without causing any physical injuries. The police outlined the circumstances and potential suspects involved in this incident.

Starting February 11, the police detained two suspects in Ventspils in connection with the vehicle arson. This development led law enforcement to believe that an organized conspiracy was at play. As investigations progressed, they gathered enough evidence to justify the organization of an arrest on February 24, when a male suspect was caught under the suspicion of orchestrating the crime. This sequence of events showcases the proactive stance of the police in tackling organized crime and car vandalism in the region, highlighting the increase in such incidents that might be part of a broader trend affecting local security.

The arrests and ongoing investigations are significant, as they reflect not only the efficiency of the law enforcement agencies in deterring crime but also the implications for community safety in Liepāja. Local residents may feel anxious about their safety given the violent nature of these crimes. Additionally, these events may spur discussion around the enforcement of law regarding urban safety and the collaboration of police with community members to prevent similar occurrences in the future.