Gräber desecration in Lower Austria: perpetrators loot coffins!

Gräber desecration in Lower Austria: perpetrators loot coffins!

In a shocking series of grave descriptions, several graves in Lower Austria were opened. According to oe24.at, the incidents were carried out in the cadastral community of Weidling and in rock on Wagram, where a total of 21 graves are affected. The perpetrators seem to have specifically searched for valuables by pushing the grave lid away and parting the coffins.

The investigation has shown that 8 cases were registered in Weidling 13 and in Fels am Wagram. It is determined against unknown for serious property damage, disorder of the dead rest and burglary theft. On Saturday, ORF-Niederösterrei Austria reported extensively on the incidents that not only put the relatives concerned in grief, but also shake the entire region.

merging the investigation

In addition, there have been investigations into around 60 other grave would have been running in Vienna since the beginning of April, which could be in a larger context. This indicates that the deeds in Lower Austria may be part of a wider phenomenon. The competent authorities have decided to bring the investigation together in order to ensure more comprehensive clarification of the deeds and uncover possible relationships.

The concern for the increasing number of grave would grow, and numerous communities have alarmed about the safety of their cemeteries. According to noe.orf.at there are efforts to increase security in the cemeteries. These measures could be necessary in the near future to prevent further vandalism and to enable the relatives of the deceased to commemorate a worthy memory.

affected citizens and relatives are stunned by the incidents that not only represent a direct attack on their personal grief, but also raise a deeper question about respect for deceased. The police warmly welcome everyone who can give relevant information and hope for an early clarification of the acts.

For further information on the investigation and the current state of affairs, citizens can consult the contributions on wien.orf.at