Jealousy escalates: Viennese woman is attacked after a relationship shock

Jealousy escalates: Viennese woman is attacked after a relationship shock

Today, April 21, 2025, the Tempelgasse police station in Vienna received an operation that took place at 9:30 a.m. near Praterstrasse. Emergency services found a 34-year-old woman who was visibly dazed and shaking all over her body. She reported that a 44-year-old Turkish citizen, her boyfriend, attacked her and hid a knife in a drawer. The man appeared aggressive and unreasonable towards the officers, which led to his immediate arrest.

After the incident, a ban on entry and approach as well as a temporary ban on weapons was issued against him. The 34-year-old received emergency medical care on site and was then taken to hospital. She explained that her boyfriend was "crazy jealous" and wanted to get married after just two weeks of dating. When she rejected the offer, he freaked out and insulted her. The public prosecutor ordered him to be reported on suspicion of dangerous threats and bodily harm.

Early signs of violence in relationships

Experts point out that such violent incidents often occur in relationships where extreme jealousy and control over the partner are evident. Early signs of violence in a relationship can include attempts to prohibit your partner from working and constant control of personal devices such as cell phones. Insults and physical attacks, such as pushing or threats, also fall into this category. According to the Frauenhelpline, it is crucial to seek help early on in order to break the silence and find a safe way out of the situation.

Affected women are advised to seek support and not be afraid to seek help. The Frauenhelpline offers free, anonymous and confidential support around the clock. Family members should also be encouraged to encourage their loved ones to seek help, but not to make decisions without their consent.

Statistics and social problems

Relationship violence is a common social problem. According to the 2023 Federal Situation Report, 70.5% of victims of domestic violence are women and 79.2% of victims of intimate partner violence. The figures show an alarming increase of 5.6% compared to the previous year. Of the 256,276 cases of domestic violence, 65.5% were intimate partner violence. Violence in relationships comes in many forms, including physical, psychological and sexual violence. Economic violence, stalking and cyber-violence are also problems that have become increasingly common in recent years, as documented by Psychotherapeutic Expertise.

To draw attention to these issues, Orange Day was created, celebrated on November 25th, to promote a violence-free world for women and girls. Affected women often suffer from a variety of psychological and physical consequences of their experiences. It is extremely important that those affected know who they can turn to. Psychotherapeutic support can be an important part of the healing process and can provide support during legal proceedings.

The events in Vienna illustrate the urgency of dealing with the issue of relationship violence and using appropriate offers of help. It remains to be hoped that such incidents can be reduced in the future through preventative measures and education in society.