Shock in Vienna: More victims after rape in the construction site container!

Shock in Vienna: More victims after rape in the construction site container!

The case of a suspected rape of a 28-year-old in a construction site container in Vienna-Floridsdorf causes great excitement and horror. The incident occurred on September 4, when the woman rose heavily in a taxi of the suspect 53-year-old taxi driver. After a detour, he brought them to a construction site where they reached a container via a ladder. According to the woman, the suspicious cocaine and a drink is said to have given her, whereupon she no longer has memories of the events. This reports [Exxpress.at] (https://exxpress.at/news/nach-verwertung-in-wiener-container-zweiter- -apper/).

After the police publicly asked for information, more victims came forward. Three people came forward, including two women, who had similar experiences. It is not yet clear whether a third person is another victim or a witness. The new information is currently being examined by the State Criminal Police Office in order to verify the information and possibly initiate further investigations. Local residents are also drawing attention to the suspicious activities of the suspect, who was often seen with women near the container. This is also reported by [noen.at].

Worrying patterns of sexual offenses

The incident in Vienna is part of a worrying development. According to statistics, sexual offenses such as rape and sexual coercion have risen sharply in Germany, with a maximum of 128,000 cases recorded in 2024. This tendency is attributed to greater sensitivity and notification, but a high dark field is also suspected, since many victims of fear of debt accusations or due to trauma are not filed. Young people and young women between the ages of 14 and 20 are particularly affected by these crimes, which underlines the urgency of the topic. Information on this provides Statista.

The situation shows how important it is to question social thinking patterns and to proceed against gender -specific violence. While the case in Vienna continues to develop, the hope that the other victims will be heard and the necessary steps will be taken to prevent future attacks and to provide the victims the necessary support.