Armed drunker ensures chaos in Wiener Supermarkt!

Armed drunker ensures chaos in Wiener Supermarkt!

On the evening of June 11, 2025, an armed man in a supermarket in Vienna Margaret caused considerable excitement. The 55-year-old Austrian citizen, who occurred in a striking military camouflage clothing, had visibly behaved when entering the business. According to [5min], he was a serious threat when the police arrived, since he was armed with a pistol and two knives on the belt.

The situation escalated when an attentive customer chose the police call. The alarmed officials of the Margareten City Police Command were able to arrest the man after leaving the supermarket. During the subsequent search of the suspect, not only a revolver and a forbidden shooting ballpoint pen were secured, but also a veterinary pistol, a total of 22 shots ammunition, five knives and an addictive scale. In addition, the officials found two containers with cocaine, a parcel with cannabis and cash in the amount of 1,380 euros, as reported.

Conservation and investigation

In the following, the police carried out a house search with the man, who brought up even more shocking finds. Here, 34 other floors, a parcel of Ecstasy, three packets of cannabis and a total of 568 tablets, including psychotropic drugs, were discovered. Interestingly, the 55-year-old had confirmed a weapon ban for over 20 years, as [OE24]. In addition to the background of the incident, however, much remains unclear, since the man has not yet been questioned due to his high alcohol level.

The investigation into the origin of the numerous weapons and drugs is still ongoing. The Vienna public prosecutor's office has already initiated the measures to extensively illuminate the circumstances of the incident.

context of crime in Austria

In the current police crime statistics (PKS), the criminal events in Austria are recorded in detail. These statistics are of great importance for the strategic planning of criminal police measures and serve to combat crime in the long run. According to the [Federal Criminal Police Office], the PKS provides information about the developments of criminal offenses and their display behavior in the population. At the same time, it is illustrated how factors such as the display behavior and the intensity of police controls influence the crime rates.

The incident in Vienna-Margaret once again throws a light on the challenges in the area of ​​internal security and the need for continuous monitoring of potential threats. The authorities are faced with the task of guaranteeing the protection of the population, especially in view of the increasing complexity of criminal relationships.