Minor attacked in stairwell in Radviliškis

In Radviliškis, Lithuania, a criminal investigation has been launched following an alleged assault on a minor. The incident occurred on August 21st around 6:27 PM in the stairwell of a building on Jaunystės Street, where a man born in 1963 reportedly used violence against a child born in 2014.

Emergency medical services attended to the 12-year-old victim at the scene. The Šiauliai County Chief Police Commissariat has initiated a preliminary investigation into the incident, focusing on charges of causing physical pain or minor health impairment. This case highlights concerns about child safety and the legal measures in place to address such offenses.

Separately, in Mažeikiai, another investigation into violence against a minor is underway. Lithuanian police reported that on August 16th, an intoxicated man (born 1985) allegedly assaulted a teenager (born 2008) on Ventos Street. The investigation commenced on August 21st after the State Child Rights Protection and Adoption Service reported the incident.

The article provides contact information for support services, including the general emergency number 112 and the Child Rights Protection and Adoption Service. It also lists helplines like "Vaikų linija" (Children's Helpline) and "Tėvų linija" (Parents' Helpline), along with various organizations offering comprehensive services to children who have experienced violence or domestic abuse. This information aims to guide individuals on how to report such incidents and seek necessary assistance.