Parents accuse police of negligence after teenager's death in fire; claim bones still at scene

In Branti parish, Smiltene region, a fire broke out in a hay shed more than 50 days ago, claiming the life of a teenager. Since then, the family has been unable to bury the child, as parents are convinced that bones of their son are still scattered at the scene. They accuse the State Police of negligence, stating that the area was not thoroughly searched.

Police respond that the investigation is ongoing and that collecting all human remains has been challenging. The extensive fire and firefighting efforts involving water have complicated the recovery, as some bones may have been washed away. The family emphasizes the additional psychological burden this situation causes and the inability to properly say goodbye to their loved one. Police have urged cooperation but it remains unclear whether or when a further search of the area will be conducted.