Robbery on Savanorių Avenue Leads to Dramatic Arrests in Vilnius
Vilnius, Lithuania – A late-night robbery on Savanorių Avenue resulted in a high-stakes chase and the apprehension of multiple suspects, according to police reports. The incident unfolded around 11:18 p.m. on May 30, when a man born in 2004 allegedly threatened staff with a knife and stole 365 euros from the cash register.
Swift Action and Apprehension
law enforcement quickly identified and pursued suspects connected to the robbery. Two individuals, a male born in 2005 and another born in 1990, were taken into custody.A partial inspection of the suspect born in 1990 allegedly uncovered approximately seven polyethylene bags containing materials suspected to be narcotics.
The Chase and Rooftop Standoff
The suspects attempted to flee the scene on a motorcycle, leading to a pursuit that involved six police crews, firefighters, and medical personnel. The chase culminated on Ateities street, were a large police force intercepted the fugitives.
Eyewitness accounts suggest the suspects drove in the opposite lane during their attempt to evade capture.The motorcycle driver stopped, but the passenger, born in 1990, resisted arrest, leading to a dramatic standoff.
According to the police, the suspect, who was off the motorcycle, started running, climbing on the roof of the former Moki-Veži store and threatened to shy away from.
Vilnius Police Department
The suspect’s actions prompted the dispatch of firefighters and medical personnel to the scene. ultimately,the suspect came down from the roof,citing a need for medical assistance. Officials reported that he sustained a hand injury while climbing the building.
Further Inquiry and Charges
A subsequent inspection of the detained fugitive also revealed the presence of drugs. The incident has triggered pre-trial investigations under Article 180 CC of the Republic of Lithuania 2 d. (Robbery) and Art. 259 of the Criminal Code 1 d. (illegal possession of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances without the purpose of distributing them).
Legal Proceedings
The suspects now face serious charges related to the robbery and drug possession. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the case progresses through the legal system.
