Investigations after a fatal incident in Viennese apartment - woman injured

Investigations after a fatal incident in Viennese apartment - woman injured

An alarming incident occurred on Friday evening in Vienna-Wieden, which attracted the attention of the police. At a woman's calls for help, the officers were called to an apartment near Belvedegasse and Viktorgasse. When she arrived, it turned out that the apartment door was initially closed, which made the situation tense.

After initial difficulties, the police managed to violently open the door. But the situation escalated when a man jumped from the third floor and died tragically. In the middle of this shocking turn, the rescue chain had to be initiated for the seriously injured woman who was left behind. What had actually happened within the four walls remains unclear and triggers some questions from the investigators. Police spokesman Philipp Haßlinger informed about the ongoing investigation by the Vienna State Criminal Police Office.

Investigations run at full speed

The circumstances of this violent crime raise many questions. The police have already put together a team of investigators to reconstruct the exact processes. "Comprehensive investigations are necessary," continued Haßlinger. It remains to be seen which new knowledge the authorities will gain in the course of the investigations and to what extent this tragic situation can bring more light into the dark.

in Austria, as in many other countries, there are help offers for women who are affected by violence. For example, affected women can use offers such as the women's helpline at 0800-222-555, the website www.frauenhelpline.at and the advice from autonomous Austrian women's shelters (AÖF). The Austrian violence protection centers are also available for help.

This incident is not only a tragic event for those affected, but also makes a lightly impact on the importance of auxiliary offers for women in crisis situations. More information about the large auxiliary networks can be found at www.suizide-praeVereiVERN.GV.at that provides important resources and emergency numbers.