Significant Increase in Austrian Police Recruitment
Applicants are drawn to the higher pay during training, free public transport and the opportunity to obtain a driving licence.
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.
Man Arrested after Six Cars Set on Fire in Floridsdorf
The suspect, a 60-year-old Syrian national, is said to be a relative of one of the car owners and has been taken into custody.
Vienna Sees Rise in Mental Health-Related Domestic Violence
In total, 650 cases were processed during the past year, with nearly 600 individuals considered to be at high risk receiving support.
Police Uncover Major Cannabis Plantation in Wiener Neustadt
The search was carried out by the elite Cobra task force, supported by drones and police dogs, after officers spotted the suspect.
600kg of Cannabis Seized at Vienna Airport
Police say 21 suspects, aged between 20 and 54, have been arrested and taken into custody following the operation, which began in July.
Missing Baby from Favoriten Clinic Found Dead
Police have confirmed that the baby was discovered on the hospital grounds, with the mother being the main suspect.
U1 Partially Suspended After Train Fire
The U1 line remains partially out of service following a fire on Tuesday evening, causing significant disruption to public transport.
Increase in Fake Rental Ads in Vienna
The fraud follows a pattern: scammers post ads for cheap apartments and vanish after taking advance payments.
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.