The police detained a man who caused an accident in Līvāni on Friday and then left the scene while holding an object resembling a weapon. Video of the incident quickly spread on social media and messengers.
The State Police detained a man suspected of causing a car accident in Līvāni and subsequently fleeing the scene.
The incident occurred on Friday on Rīgas Street. According to preliminary information, the driver of a Volkswagen Passat, for reasons yet to be determined, crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a BMW.
After the accident, the man exited the vehicle and left the scene.
Witnesses were particularly drawn to the fact that he was holding an object that outwardly resembled a weapon. Eyewitness recordings quickly appeared in messengers and social media. Some people nearby chose to leave the scene immediately.
It is important to note that there have been no reports of weapon use. The police are only speaking of a "object resembling a weapon," the origin and nature of which are yet to be established. Despite the seriousness of the situation, no one was injured as a result of the collision.
The identity of the alleged perpetrator was established by law enforcement at the initial stage of the investigation. On Friday evening, the man was detained.
A criminal process has been initiated regarding the incident. The circumstances of the accident and the origin of the object that was with the detainee are still being investigated.
The investigation is ongoing, and the police are not yet disclosing additional details about the detainee and possible motives for his actions.
