In Tartu County, a man attacked his former partner. Subsequently, he caused a traffic accident in which another person died. The man already had a history of violent crimes.
Minister of the Interior Igor Taro ordered an analysis of whether the justice system did enough. The attacker had previously been a client of the justice system. The police did not act alone, but other agencies were also involved.
The preliminary report will be released within a few days. Society is questioning why it is difficult to go to prison in Estonia and why punishments are short.
Reform Party member Jevgeni Krištafovitš says that harsh punishments do not help change people's behavior. Resocialization depends on usage, not the severity of the punishment.
Former Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets supports harsher punishment in cases of domestic violence. He emphasizes that the social support system must be strong.
Minister Taro speaks about the need to change laws. He cites an example of a draft law that would allow for longer restraining orders in cases of violence.
Taro says that the rules must find a balance between freedoms and safety. Someone must establish and enforce the rules.