Bloody revenge on the Reumannplatz: 15-year-old stands down Landsmann!

Bloody revenge on the Reumannplatz: 15-year-old stands down Landsmann!

at Reumannplatz in Vienna there was a bloody incident in which a 15-year-old Syrian attacked a 33-year-old compatriot with a knife. The attack occurred in an area of ​​weapons zone, which also illustrates the severity of the offense. According to Kosmo , the circumstances of the assault were delicate, since it was presumably a retaliation. The older man is said to have also attacked the teenager with a knife.

The Viennese police were alerted on Sunday evening, around 5:40 p.m. after the victim reported the attack. The 33-year-old was then cared for on site and brought to the hospital with minor injuries. The adolescent, who was found in the immediate vicinity of the crime scene, denied the allegations and stated that he had suffered slight cuts during previous disputes. As a result of his statements, the 33-year-old complaint was also filed, and after consultation with the Vienna public prosecutor, the 15-year-old was reported to be released for suspected serious assault. The investigation into the mutual attacks is currently underway.

background and recurring violence

This incident is not isolated. Similar knife attacks have been registered in Vienna in recent years. For example, Campus Security of an alarming increase in violent crimes with stab weapons. In 2022, 959 such offenses were recorded, which represents an increase of 17 % compared to the previous year. The statistics also show that police officers are increasingly involved in dangerous situations by often confronting with knife attacks.

The topic of knife power also has legal consequences. Last year there was a trial against a 22-year-old Chechens, who had attacked two Syrians with a folding knife. The jury rejected the indictment on attempted double murder and sentenced him to four and a half years in prison for deliberate severe bodily harm. According to Nachrichten.at , the senselessness of the act was highlighted by the judge. The case illustrates the dangers of knife power and the challenges associated with the investigation of such crimes.

social effects of knife power

knife attacks not only have physical, but also psychological consequences for those affected. Light medical treatments are often required, and the traumatic experience can result in a permanent impairment. The effects on the victims and their families are devastating. In addition, the trust of the population is impaired in public security and the burden on health and social systems is increasing.

The intensification of preventive measures against knife power is considered urgently necessary. Suggestions for an improvement include educational campaigns, educational programs and the cooperation between the police, politics and civil society. A coordinated approach is essential to address social challenges and prevent future knife attacks.