Guido Burgstaller in hospital after brutal attack: suspect caught!

Guido Burgstaller in hospital after brutal attack: suspect caught!

On Saturday night there was a shocking incident in the Vienna discotheque “Volksgarten” in which Rapid player Guido Burgstaller was brutally attacked. The 35-year-old suffered a severe skull fracture and is currently being treated in the Vienna General Hospital. The alleged attacker, a 23-year-old man, turned himself in to the police on Tuesday evening and said he was remorseful. “I'm terribly sorry,” the perpetrator said through his lawyer Klaus Ainedter, while he attributed the crime to an impulsive reaction after an argument kosmo.at reported.

Details of the attack and perpetrator identification

The altercation between Burgstaller and the unknown man occurred around 6 a.m. According to police, the footballer was hit in the face without warning, which led to his painful fall. He had his hands in his pockets, adding to the severity of his injury. The suspect was quickly identified through video recordings and witness statements. After consulting with his lawyer, he turned himself in to the police and initially refused to make a statement, but then admitted his remorse puls24.at reported.

The 23-year-old, whose family has a long connection to Rapid Vienna, is in custody and faces serious allegations, including intentional grievous bodily harm. He has already promised to complete anti-aggression training and receive support from the probation service. Burgstaller's health has improved so far, but his return to the pitch remains uncertain as his contract expires at the end of the season.