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Bomb threat in Vienna-Penzing: School remains closed after police operation!
After a bomb threat, AHS-Wienwest will remain closed on December 9, 2024. Police are investigating and security measures have been taken.
Bomb threat in Vienna-Penzing: School remains closed after police operation!
In Vienna-Penzing, a bomb threat caused excited scenes at the weekend when the AHS-Wienwest remained closed on Monday. The threat, which was received via email, led to an extensive police operation on Monday night, during which the school building was thoroughly searched. How ORF Vienna reported that sniffer dogs were also used, but the emergency services found no suspicious objects.
Parents were notified of the safety measures via email at 5 a.m. Monday morning, according to a report from the 5 minutes resulted in an understanding but concerned response. The school management is currently assuming that the threat was fake and is planning to resume classes regularly on Tuesday. In her message to parents, the director of AHS-Wienwest explained that they wanted to rule out any risk during further checks. Despite the police work carried out, vigilance remains necessary in view of the reports of danger.
About the bomb threat
The incidents surrounding the threat also caused a stir in media reporting. As a precautionary measure, the police have filed a complaint against unknown persons. While the inspection of the school premises is set to continue during the day, the school community is on alert. Parents and students are upset, especially after the unexpected email alert, but school administrators and police are doing everything possible to ensure safety.