Young nurse in Vienna arrested for abuse of a demented woman

Young nurse in Vienna arrested for abuse of a demented woman

A 25-year-old Afghan nurse was arrested in Vienna on Thursday. He is suspected of having sexually abused a demented pensioner, 82-year-old Regina G. This was confirmed by Nina Bussek, spokeswoman for the Vienna public prosecutor. The investigation is aimed at the sexual abuse of a defenseless or mentally impaired person, which could result in serious legal consequences. Applications for pre -trial detention should be submitted in the afternoon and the decision about it is made on Sunday.

The shocking acts are said to have been documented by cameras that were installed in Regina G.'s apartment. Her son had taken this security measure to protect it from possible attacks. The family hit the incident hard. Regina G. had conducted a harmonious marriage until the incident and raised four children. After the death of her husband in 2024, her mental state deteriorated and dementia occurred.

Psychological effects on the victims

Regina G. is severely traumatized after the abuse and suffers from the psychological consequences. Her lawyer Manfred Arbacher-Stöger reports on her constant wine cramps and the fact that she has in phases of memories of abuse. The family is at their side around the clock to support them in this difficult time. The darkness that lies above the incident is reinforced by numerous social and legal challenges.

According to Gesine Intervention, the protection of victims in care facilities is of the highest priority to prevent further violence. Nursing facilities are responsible for ensuring the physical integrity of the people in need of care. The psychological consequences of sexual attacks can be serious, with affected people suffering from fears, panic attacks and insomnia.

Support for those affected and relatives

It is crucial that relatives and employees receive support in care facilities in order to cope with mental stress such as anger, despair or feelings of guilt. Gesine intervention offers comprehensive advisory and support offers to cope with these challenges. Relatives in particular should observe the reactions of people with dementia, as they often have difficulty expressing their experiences.

In order to ensure the security and well -being of people with dementia, there are various recommendations, including the protection of the intimate sphere and a respectful way of dealing with touch. In combination measures, more frequent visits to support and security should also be presented. It is essential that everyone involved keeps an eye on both their own well -being and that of those affected.

Overall, the alleged perpetrator will face a prison sentence of up to 15 years in the event of a conviction. This underlines the serious legal consequences of such attacks and the urgent need to protect the security and rights of particularly vulnerable groups.