20,000 Cars: Belarusian's Lithuania Deal Sparks Illegal Dismantling Probe

A Belarusian man's purchase of nearly 20,000 cars in Lithuania has raised concerns about a potential large-scale operation involving fictitious sales to foreigners and the illegal dismantling of vehicles. Journalists calculated that to achieve this volume, the individual would need to buy more than two cars every hour, around the clock. The scheme appears to involve declaring the cars as sold to foreign citizens, while in reality, they remain in Lithuania and are illegally dismantled for parts. This raises questions about the effectiveness of customs and regulatory oversight in Lithuania and the potential for organized crime involvement. The investigation highlights the need for stricter controls and greater transparency in the automotive trade to prevent such activities.