Mar 19 • 06:51 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

A man threatened a girl with a gun in Mažeikiai - a pre-trial investigation has been initiated

A man in Mažeikiai threatened a girl with a gun, leading to his arrest and a pre-trial investigation by the police.

In an incident that occurred at 6:10 PM in a parking lot on Pavenčiaus Street in Mažeikiai, Lithuania, a 27-year-old man threatened a girl born in 2006 with a firearm. The weapon, a legally owned Makarov pistol, was displayed during the threat, resulting in alarm among witnesses and immediate police involvement.

The police responded swiftly, confiscating the firearm and arresting the suspect, who was found to have a blood alcohol content of 0.12%. The situation has raised concerns about public safety, particularly regarding the possession of firearms and the potential for violence in everyday situations. The police have initiated a pre-trial investigation based on the threat to kill, which underscores the seriousness of the incident.

This case highlights the potential dangers of alcohol consumption mixed with gun ownership, as well as the need for greater awareness regarding the consequences of threats and violence. The community in Mažeikiai is left grappling with the ramifications of this event, questioning the safety of public spaces and the effectiveness of local authorities in addressing such incidents.

📡 Similar Coverage