Violence in favorites: Police take action against knife attacks!

Violence in favorites: Police take action against knife attacks!

In the Vienna District Favorites, worrying scenes take place: The city administration has set up a weapon ban zone on the Reumannplatz due to a growing series of violent incidents with knives. This measure comes into force on March 30 and should counteract the frequent violent clashes, especially between young people with a migration background. Mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ) speaks for a comprehensive ban on weapons all over Vienna, especially after over 100 weapons in the area of ​​Keplerplatz were ensured, as the Vienna State Criminal Police Office reported. The Reumannplatz is now the second of this kind in Vienna, according to the Praterstern, which also applies to a weapon ban, such as meinbezirk.at reported.

The background of violence

The latest clashes are not new. Several violent conflicts between Chechen and Syrian young people were documented next summer. These had not only led to physical injuries, but also to considerable social strife. In an incident on Keplerplatz, a 23-year-old was injured with a knife on Thursday evening, while a 24-year-old was harmed by strokes and kicks. Both incidents took place after the weapon ban had already been announced. According to wien.orf.at , the weapon prohibition zones could help reduce the number of violent clashes. The police can now control the clothes and bags of suspects and intervene immediately in the event of violations.

The prohibition of weapons is also intended to prevent attacks on life and health. The ban not only includes classic weapons, but also all objects that could potentially be used for violence. Violations of the ban can result in high fines. The decision to take these measures follows the devastating incidents of the past few months and the pressure of the public to increase security in the urban area.