Mar 13 • 09:17 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia TVNET

Police to investigate shooting at people in Riga; witnesses urged to come forward

The Latvian police have initiated a criminal investigation into shooting incidents in Riga, urging witnesses to provide information.

The State Police of Latvia has begun a criminal investigation into recent shooting incidents that occurred in Riga, specifically in the neighborhoods of Rītabuļļi and Imanta. The investigations involve cases where individuals were shot at, with one woman reportedly sustaining injuries from a pneumatic weapon, leading to a criminal process initiated under the Criminal Code related to hooliganism. This incident highlights the increasing concerns regarding public safety and the use of firearms in urban areas.

In relation to the Rītabuļļi case, the injured woman will undergo a forensic medical examination to assess the severity of her injuries. Authorities are treating this incident seriously, as the use of firearms, even pneumatic, raises significant legal and safety implications. Additionally, there is ongoing scrutiny on the circumstances surrounding the shooting incidents to ensure accountability and public confidence in law enforcement.

In the case of the potential incident in Imanta, an administrative process has been initiated concerning the deliberate infliction of minor bodily harm. The police are actively investigating both cases and are calling upon residents who may have witnessed these events or have further information to come forward. This appeal aims to assist the police in resolving the incidents efficiently and ensuring the safety of the community.

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