Man pulls illegal gas pistol during domestic violence arrest

A man suspected of domestic violence pulled an illegally held gas pistol from his backpack as police detained him in Prienai district, LRT reported, citing the Police Department.

The incident happened at about 2:50 p.m. on Monday in Dukurnioniai village. Officers seized the MF-654K pistol and took the man, born in 1987, into custody.

A pre-trial investigation has been opened into causing physical pain or minor health impairment to a close relative or family member, and unlawful possession of a weapon.