Metų prokuroru pripažintas Ušinskas: gaujų karų nebėra, nusikaltimai – labiau rafinuoti

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Prosecutor Ušinskas still wonders if he could have prevented a third murder in a decades-old case.

The episode is an interview with Ruslan Ušinskas, a prosecutor from the Klaipėda District Prosecutor's Office who was recently named Prosecutor of the Year in Lithuania. Ušinskas begins by reflecting on the award, noting it is an evaluation of past work and that he previously was recognized as the third-best prosecutor in 2017. He describes a major investigation he led, starting in 2018, which involved child abuse, drug use, and money laundering, with up to 100 victims taken abroad and 33 people accused. Ušinskas then discusses a personal challenge: an unresolved murder case from over 20 years ago where he wonders if he could have prevented a third murder. He explains how he manages the emotional toll of his work, stating that he leaves work at the office and has an agreement with his wife, who is also a prosecutor, not to discuss work at home. To cope, he engages in active hobbies like ultramarathon running and long bike trips with colleagues, which help clear his mind. The conversation shifts to public perception of prosecutors, with Ušinskas emphasizing that while public opinion is important, professionals must follow the law. He compares the evolution of crime, noting that violent gang wars have been replaced by more refined crimes, such as electronic fraud and cryptocurrency-based drug trafficking. Ušinskas reveals that he initially wanted to be a doctor but became a lawyer and has never considered leaving the profession despite difficult moments. The interview concludes with him affirming his commitment to his work and the prosecutor's role in society.

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