Lärlkogel summit in Traunkirchen: A mysterious incident

Lärlkogel summit in Traunkirchen: A mysterious incident

At the summit of the "Lärlkogel" in Traunkirchen, an unfortunate incident occurred at the end of October. Unknown perpetrators have violently removed the wooden summit cross set up there with a lot of strength. With this vandalism, the cross was not only vandalized, but the metal bracket was also heavily bent and damaged. The crime took place between October 22nd and 25th, 2024 and the police are now investigating serious property damage.

The Situation received an unexpected turn when the destroyed cross was found on November 19. It was located on the Hochsteinalm forest road, leaning against a tree and therefore no longer in its original form and function. This raises questions about the motifs of the perpetrators and the investigators are now required to clarify this incident.

call for help

The police Gmunden, especially the alpine operational group, relies on the help of the population and asks for information that could lead to the identification of the perpetrators. Witnesses who have observed something suspicious or have the information about the incident are asked to report. Information can be transmitted anonymously at the police on the phone number 059133/4100 or by email to [email protected] .

The destruction of monuments and symbols not only has a material value, but also affects the sense of community and identity in the region. Restoration of the cultural monuments is an important step for the appreciation of local history and traditions. By clarifying the background of the incident, not only the perpetrators could be found, but also preventive measures to prevent similar actions in the future