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Seriously injured woman found in the stairwell: police are investigating
A woman was arrested in Vienna after a knife attack on her partner. The seriously injured woman was found in the stairwell and taken to hospital. Investigations are ongoing.
Seriously injured woman found in the stairwell: police are investigating
A serious incident occurred in a residential building in Vienna when a woman was found seriously injured in the stairwell. A neighbor heard knocking noises on her door and discovered the injured person, police spokesman Markus Dittrich reported. Rescue workers were immediately alerted and several teams were deployed.
The injured person received emergency medical treatment on site before being taken to a hospital. The circumstances that led to the injuries are still unclear and have not been explained in detail by authorities.
Investigations and measures
As a result of the incident, a ban on entry and approach was issued against the alleged perpetrator, as well as a temporary ban on weapons. The Vienna State Criminal Police Office, South Branch, has started the investigation. Neither the alleged perpetrator nor the victim have been interviewed so far, and the exact background to the incident remains unclear.
The incident raises questions about safety in neighborhoods and support for people in violent situations. In Austria there are numerous offers of help for women affected by violence. Information can be found, for example, from the women's helpline on 0800-222-555 or from the Autonomous Austrian Women's Shelters Association at www.aoef.at. The police also offer support, including via the emergency number 133.
The community awaits further information to clarify the exact circumstances and reasons for this tragic situation. These events can have a major impact not only on those affected, but also on the community and require increased attention to the issue of domestic violence.