Villach in mourning: Memorial week after a fatal knife attack
Villach in mourning: Memorial week after a fatal knife attack
Villach, Österreich - In Villach, a cruel stabble attack overshadows the tranquil city. On Saturday afternoon, a 23-year-old Syrian citizen stabbed passers-by and killed a 14-year-old youth. Five other people were injured, three of whom are currently in the intensive care unit. The perpetrator who received asylum in Austria was quickly caught after a brave meal deliverer stopped the attacker with his car, such as the Nachrichten reported.
radicalization on the Internet
At his first question, the perpetrator stated that he acted on behalf of the terrorist organization "Islamic State". The police found IS flags during a house search, which the man hung on the wall, according to Interior Minister Gerhard Karner. The young man had radicalized at an alarming pace, only within a few weeks, via Tikkok, as the state police director Michaela Kohlweiß found. This throws a dark light on the dangers of online radicalization.
In memory of the victims, comprehensive mourning work was organized in Villach. The city called out a grief week in which condolence books in town halls and churches are interpreted. Pastoral offers are available for mourners, including a light procession, which is directed by parishes and the city together with Bishop Josef Marketz and superintendent Manfred Sauer. The impressive procession of lights on Tuesday is followed by an ecumenical service in the main parish church of St. Jakob, which is under the tragic impression of this attack, like Kathpress reported.
The sympathy of the population is overwhelming, hundreds of candles have already lit in the main square. Against the background of increased police presence, the city also plans a security summit to ensure future security and to restore the trust of the citizens. This could have far -reaching consequences for security policy in Carinthia.
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