15-Year-Old Attacked Ex-Girlfriend at Vienna Subway Station Längenfeldgasse: Girl Fell onto Tracks

On December 5th, around 7:00 AM, a dangerous incident occurred at the Längenfeldgasse subway station in Vienna-Meidling. A 15-year-old attempted to attack his ex-girlfriend with a knife.

A 40-year-old man came to the girl's aid. In the process, the suspect allegedly slightly injured him on the ear with the knife. The passerby was treated on-site by emergency services.

Girl Falls onto Subway Tracks During Attack: Passersby Help

During the incident, the 15-year-old fell onto the tracks. A passenger pulled the emergency stop on the platform, according to Wiener Linien. Other passersby helped her climb back onto the platform. She was then taken to a hospital for further medical treatment.

The suspect, a Russian national, was provisionally arrested on-site by the police. The knife was secured, and further investigations are ongoing.

Thanks from Wiener Linien

"We thank the passengers for their courageous intervention. Wiener Linien does not look away from violence," the company stated in a press release. During the currently ongoing "16 Days Against Violence," Wiener Linien is raising awareness about the issue.

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