Bloody attack in Vienna law firm: client stabs employee!

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On February 3, 2025, a lawyer's employee in Vienna-Landstrasse was attacked with a knife by a client. The perpetrator was later arrested.

Bloody attack in Vienna law firm: client stabs employee!

In a dramatic scene in Vienna-Landstrasse on Monday afternoon, February 3rd, there was a brutal knife attack on a 56-year-old law firm employee. The 53-year-old client stabbed the woman multiple times, causing life-threatening injuries. According to the 5min.at The injured woman was taken to hospital by the Vienna emergency services after the attack. Fortunately, despite her serious injuries, she managed to escape to the office, where colleagues alerted the emergency services.

Arrest of the suspect

The perpetrator initially fled after the attack. A comprehensive manhunt was immediately launched and he was arrested that same evening as he approached his home address. As the The press reported, the suspect made a confession during his interrogation. However, details about his motive were not released by the police. He is expected to be transferred to a prison today.

The attack occurred around 3:15 p.m. in the entrance area of ​​the office, with the suspect first attacking the woman with a punch before stabbing her with the knife. The exact background to the conflict remains unclear and police have not provided any further information. Despite the shocking circumstances, the victim's condition is now stable.