On June 27, at approximately 11:30 p.m., authorities in the Lazdijai district recovered the body of an unidentified man from a local river. The discovery was reported by the Chief Police Commissioner of the Alytus County. The incident occurred in the Šeštokų seniūnija area, specifically near the village of Šilėnai within the Lazdijai district.
The deceased, who was reportedly born in 1961, was found floating in the water. Preliminary visual inspection revealed no outwardly visible injuries on the individual. Following the recovery, local law enforcement immediately launched a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the precise cause of death.
Authorities are currently examining the scene and collecting evidence from the riverbank and the body itself. The initial investigation aims to determine whether the death was accidental, or if other factors contributed to the passing. Police sources confirmed that specialized teams are analyzing the scene to gather all necessary information.
The police have established a cordon around the area to facilitate the ongoing investigation. Officials have advised the public to avoid the riverbank until the investigation is concluded. The focus remains on establishing the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body and determining the official cause of death for the man found in the local waterway.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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