Police Search for Fake Shaman in Major Fraud Case
The 44-year-old, Mariana M., is accused of posing as a shaman and swindling victims of hundreds of thousands of euros.
Suspect Arrested After Stabbing at Vienna Law Firm
The suspect, a 53-year-old client, allegedly punched the woman in the courtyard before chasing and stabbing her inside.
Cybercrime Reports Fall for the First Time in Years
For the first time, there will be a slight decrease in reports in 2024 compared to 2023.
Man Given Probation and Therapy for Harassing Soprano Singer
The 50-year-old avoided conviction, instead agreeing to a two-year probation, a €250 fine, and mandatory psychotherapy.
Shoplifting Costs Austrian Shops Over €500 Million Annually
Nearly 86% of Austrian retailers have encountered crime in their stores, with 42% having experienced multiple incidents.
Arrests Made After Cannabis Plantation Found in Former Pub
A local resident told investigators that, for months, suspicious individuals had been entering and leaving the closed-down pub.
Signa Founder René Benko Arrested in Innsbruck
The authorities took the 47-year-old into custody at his villa on allegations of fraud and fraudulent bankruptcy.
Police Abuse Investigations: Only Two Charges in 514 Cases
The ministry has dismissed all criticism of the fairness of the investigations, stating that most allegations are not substantiated.
Drug-Driving Offences on the Rise in Austria
In 2024, 8,227 drug-affected drivers were removed from Austria’s roads, as the Interior Ministry warns against driving under the influence.
85kg of Drugs Seized as Major Drug Gang Dismantled in Austria
In total, authorities have seized 85 kilograms of cannabis, 9.7 kilograms of hashish, cocaine, ketamine and nearly €53,000 in cash.