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Brave residents save 23-year-old from robbery in Floridsdorf!
In Vienna-Floridsdorf, a 20-year-old Slovakian tried to steal a 23-year-old's cell phone. Courageous residents held him down.
Brave residents save 23-year-old from robbery in Floridsdorf!
On the night of June 11, 2025, there was an attempted robbery of a 23-year-old woman in Vienna-Floridsdorf. Shortly after midnight, around 12:15 a.m., the young woman wanted to enter her home when an unknown perpetrator attacked her from behind. Loud vienna.at The 20-year-old Slovakian pushed the victim against a house wall and tried to snatch her cell phone.
Despite the attack, the 23-year-old fought back and screamed loudly for help. Her cries for help did not go unheard: two residents heard the screams and rushed to the woman's help. They were able to hold the suspected robber until the police arrived, which prevented anything worse from happening. The perpetrator, who does not have a permanent residence in Austria, was temporarily arrested and charged with attempted robbery, reports today.at.
Injuries and help for the victim
The 23-year-old suffered several minor injuries in the incident but was released into home care. Their quick reaction and the courage of the residents played a key role in preventing the situation from escalating. The police have now launched an investigation to find out more about the perpetrator and possibly other accomplices.
The incident is in the context of the current police crime statistics (PKS), which records the development of criminal events in Austria. These statistics show that reports of robberies and other crimes are increasing and with it the need to further improve preventive measures. In addition to dark field research, the PKS deals with the reporting behavior of the population and the intensity of police controls, as shown on the website Federal Criminal Police Office can be read.
The events of that night highlight the importance of citizen vigilance and supporting residents in critical situations. Thanks to the courageous intervention of the two residents, a robbery was prevented, which also highlights the importance of regional security measures.