Mar 7 • 11:45 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

The trial of 'Grigeo Klaipėda' for pollution of the Curonian Lagoon is nearing its end

The trial against 'Grigeo Klaipėda' is concluding with final statements and upcoming hearings scheduled for April.

This week, a court hearing was scheduled at the Šiauliai Regional Court regarding the pollution case involving 'Grigeo Klaipėda,' but it was canceled. According to court representative Vytautas Jončas, the next court session is set for April. During this upcoming hearing, the parties involved will present their rebuttals, and the defendants will likely be given the opportunity for their final statements. Evidence presented in court has implicated that the shareholder of 'Grigeo Klaipėda' was aware of the pollution affecting the Curonian Lagoon. The prosecution, led by Gina Skersinskytė, has called for the conviction of Gintautas Pangonis, the president of the 'Grigeo' group, on charges including environmental violations, document forgery, and leading an organized group. They are seeking a hefty fine of 200,000 euros against Pangonis for his alleged criminal activities. As the case draws to a close, the focus will be on the final arguments from both the prosecution and the defense. The outcome of this trial could have significant implications not only for those directly involved but also for broader environmental policies and attitudes towards corporate accountability in Lithuania. The situation has garnered public attention and reflects ongoing concerns about industrial pollution in Lithuanian waters.

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