Bomb threats shake schools in Lower and Upper Austria!

Bomb threats shake schools in Lower and Upper Austria!

On Monday, May 26, 2025, several schools were evacuated in Lower Austria and Upper Austria due to bomb threats. According to a report by Exxpress.at from late Sunday evening at various educational institutions. Police spokesman Johann Baumschlager confirmed the events and mentioned that more than ten threats were recorded by Monday morning.

The investigation was initiated immediately, with the police being in close contact with the educational directorate. In Linz, one of the affected cities, similar threats were also registered that obviously received by email. Over 20 schools were partially evacuated, and the police have hired explosives experts and specially trained dogs to subject the affected buildings to an in -depth examination. So far, however, no dangerous items have been found.

security measures and legal consequences

The police have taken immediate security measures to ensure the safety of the students and the staff. Bomb threats represent serious crimes, and the authors of such threats must expect possible legal consequences. These can extend from accusations for dangerous threats that can be punished with up to one year in prison, to the compulsion of up to three years in prison, so Press .

In addition, the authorities have pointed out that high costs can be imposed on the author of the threat through police operations and blocking measures. Such incidents not only raise questions about the security of educational institutions, but are also part of a worrying trend. In the years 2022 and 2023, according to Statistical Federal Office over 6,000 attacks in the formation institution concerned both students and teachers.

Security in the field of education is of central importance, and the latest events in Austria illustrate the need for continuous measures and strategies to ensure a protective environment for learners and teachers.