ATM Explosions: Dutch Gang Among Suspected Groups
At least one of the groups behind the blasts is believed to be a well-organised criminal gang from the Netherlands.
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.
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.
Vienna U-Bahn Fire Caused by Electrical Fault
The incident on 19 November was the result of insulation damage in the wiring leading to the train’s traction motors.
Bomb Threats Disrupt Schools in St. Pölten
This follows a similar disruption last week when bomb threat emails impacted dozens of schools across the country.
Vienna Police Catch Scammer Behind €1.2M Cryptocurrency Fraud
The 39-year-old Dutch suspect was arrested in Milan earlier this year and was sentenced to three years in prison in Austria.
Austria and Germany Uncover Major People-Smuggling Gang
The group trafficked around 2,000 people via the Balkan route into Central Europe, generating an estimated €4 million.
Authorities Uncover Major Fake Charity Tax Scheme
Authorities believe the two masterminds sold hundreds of fake non-profit associations to buyers, allowing them to avoid paying taxes.
Italy Issues Arrest Warrant for Austrian Billionaire René Benko
Prosecutors allege that Benko is a central figure in a suspected criminal network linked to real estate developments in northern Italy.
The End of Amalgam: Austria’s Dental Dilemma
A looming EU ban on amalgam fillings has sparked a crisis in Austrian healthcare, with stalled talks over dentist compensation threatening to drive up costs for all.