On March 11, in Vilkija, Kaunas district, a conflict erupted in an apartment between two men. The altercation involved a 46-year-old man with a blood alcohol level of 3.55 who struck another man, 56 years old with a blood alcohol level of 1.91. The police reported that the assaulted individual received medical aid and is currently being treated on an outpatient basis.

In response to the incident, the intoxicated aggressor was apprehended and placed into custody. Authorities have initiated a pre-trial investigation grounded on Article 138, Part 1 of the Criminal Code, which pertains to minor bodily injury. This legal framework indicates that the actions of the suspect may result in criminal charges related to the physical harm caused.

The case reflects ongoing issues with alcohol-related violence in Lithuania, highlighting the need for addressing public health concerns surrounding alcohol consumption and its societal implications. The actions by law enforcement in this incident are part of a broader strategy to tackle such incidents and ensure community safety.