Vienna IS supporter again arrested: dangerous repeat offenders?

Vienna IS supporter again arrested: dangerous repeat offenders?

In Vienna, a 17-year-old adolescent who was previously convicted of terrorist activities was once again in custody. The decision of the State Court of Criminal Matters was issued on Friday afternoon when it was found that there is a high probability that he is planning again. This was confirmed by the court spokeswoman Christina Salzborn on request.

The young person was only sentenced to a total of two years in April 2023, of which eight months were. The connection to the "Islamic State" (IS) is central, since it was always active on social media not only after his release in April, but also during his stay in a supervised residential group. Rumors about deficit progress in his deradicalization are circulating, whereby the judicial requirements have apparently been ignored.

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During his time in the residential group, the teenager had access to a cell phone and a laptop, which should enable him to continue to spread IS propaganda. A few days ago he disappeared from the residential group and was then arrested after the welfare officer became aware of him. The current content that he spread on social media show a deep involvement in the radical Islands of IS.

The act that was planned in September 2023 was ultimately not carried out. According to reports, the young man had intended to attack passers -by at Wiener Central Station with a knife, but he lost the courage and withdrawn without committing a crime. However, his aggressive rhetoric on the Internet and the collected materials speak for strongly pronounced radicalization.

Because of his behavior in custody, in which he left symbols of IS on his mattress, was also reported by psychological reports, which confirmed his ability to assertiveness. His beliefs did not seem to be seriously questioned, which increases the concerns about his return to society.

The upcoming steps in this case could be crucial for how young people are dealt with. It is currently clear that the 17-year-old is held responsible for his actions. Further information can be found in detail about the reporting on the case at www.suedtirolnews.it .