Court acquits boxer Kristaps Zutis of charges in youth beating case

The Zemgale District Court in Jelgava announced on Monday that it had acquitted boxer Kristaps Zutis in a criminal case in which he had been charged with beating a young man. The ruling became known during the court proceedings.

Details about the circumstances of the alleged incident, including when and where it took place, as well as the court's reasoning for finding the charge unproven, have not yet been made widely public.

What is known so far

The charge against Zutis concerned physical violence against a young person. The case was heard by the Zemgale District Court, based in Jelgava, which handles criminal proceedings in the region. Monday's verdict means the boxer has been cleared of the charge brought against him.

It is not yet known whether the ruling is final or subject to appeal to a higher court, nor is there information available about any response from the prosecution or the alleged victim's side.

Further details about the case and the court's reasoning are expected to follow.