A man in Kaunas discovered a pistol and six cartridges while repairing his roof, prompting a police investigation into the illegal possession of firearms.
In Kaunas, Lithuania, on Friday afternoon, a 41-year-old man uncovered a significant find while repairing his house's roof—a handgun resembling a gas pistol along with six cartridges. The discovery was reported to the police at around 5:19 PM, who promptly seized the items for further examination.
The police have initiated a pre-trial investigation concerning the illegal possession of the firearm and ammunition, aiming to determine how the weapon came to be located in the man's home. Authorities are currently exploring various possibilities, including whether the items were previously discarded or hidden in the area before being found during the maintenance work.
This incident raises questions about public safety and the presence of illegal firearms in residential neighborhoods, signaling a potential oversight in local law enforcement regarding the control of such weapons. As the investigation progresses, it will be crucial to uncover the origin of the firearm and consider measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
