Suspect Arrested After Series of Fires at Apartment Block

The 23-year-old man was arrested last week shortly after one of the fires broke out, although he denies any involvement.
Viennese Returns from Holiday to Find Stranger Living in Home

The alleged intruder, a 30-year-old Syrian national, fled out of a window as police arrived, but was later arrested hiding nearby.
Police Warn of Pickpocketing Risks at Christmas Markets

The combination of holiday lights, attractions, and perhaps a warm punch or two provides pickpockets with ample distraction to target unsuspecting visitors.
Woman in Group Therapy Stabs Man with Hidden Knives

A 42-year-old woman reportedly attacked a 62-year-old man with two knives, injuring him in the upper body.
Vienna Police Target Crime Hotspots with New Operations

Austrian Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) and Vienna’s Chief of Police Gerhard Pürstl presented a public demonstration at Meidling Station to showcase the ongoing police efforts to tackle crime in public areas.
Trial Starts For Gänserndorf Woman Accused of Poisoning Partner
A trial began Tuesday at the Korneuburg Regional Court for a 32-year-old woman accused of two attempted murders involving her former partner in 2022.
Double Homicide Suspect Found Dead in Mühlviertel Forest
The police say the suspect likely took his own life, following a massive manhunt involving around 250 officers.
Two Police Officers Suspended for Sharing Nazi Content

The messages shared by the officers came to light during investigations into the far-right scene, as confirmed by Vienna police.
Getaway Car Found in Mühlviertel Double Shooting Case
The vehicle was found hidden in a forested area of the Rohrbach district, close to the location of the killings that occurred on Monday.
Suspect Arrested in July Yppenplatz Shooting
According to the State Police Directorate, a 21-year-old Libyan man was identified and detained two days ago in connection with the shooting.