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Shocking moment in the subway: man threatens security staff with a weapon
In Vienna-Alsergrund, a dispute escalated in a subway station: a man threatened a security employee with a blank pistol, which resulted in a police operation.
Shocking moment in the subway: man threatens security staff with a weapon
On the evening of November 27, 2024, a dangerous incident occurred in a subway station in Vienna-Alsergrund, which resulted in a rapid police operation. A Wiener Linien security employee woke up a sleeping passenger. This led to a tense situation when, instead of calmly leaving the station, the man reacted aggressively and eventually pulled out a firearm.
The incident occurred when the man, a 31-year-old Somali national, fled towards Thaliastrasse after being asked by the security guard. These threatening actions immediately necessitated the intervention of the police, who were alerted and quickly rushed to the subway station.
Police operation and arrest of the suspect
The police officers quickly found the suspicious man near Josefstädter Strasse. When the police spoke to him, he pulled the suspected weapon out of his waistband again. The officers asked him to put the weapon down, which he eventually did by placing the blank pistol on the ground. The police were able to secure the weapon and eliminate other dangers.
Aftermath and legal consequences
After his arrest, the man was taken to the police station, where he continued to behave aggressively and insult the officers. As a result of this behavior and on the orders of the Vienna public prosecutor's office, he was temporarily arrested. Carrying the blank pistol also led to a temporary weapons ban for the suspect.
This incident highlights the challenges security forces face on public transport and shows how quickly an everyday situation can turn violent. The police intervention prevented more serious consequences and ensured that the incident was handled quickly and professionally. The horrific moments that this operation brought with it will be remembered by both the police and the witnesses for a long time. For detailed coverage of this incident, visit www.5min.at.