Nighttime ATM Explosion in the Linz-Land District

In the early hours of Tuesday, an ATM was blown up in Hofkirchen im Traunkreis (district of Linz-Land). Several arrests were made on Tuesday morning, confirmed the police to APA media reports. Further details were not yet available, as the state criminal investigation department was investigating, it was said. According to media reports, residents heard a bang at 3:00 a.m., the fire department was alerted, and a large-scale manhunt was initiated.

"Important Blow Against ATM Bombers"

"Through the establishment of the SOKO ATM in March of this year and through the excellent cooperation with the Dutch and German security authorities, another important blow against the ATM bombers has been achieved," thanked Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) to the investigators and announced further measures. The Upper Austrian police remained reticent, citing the ongoing investigations.

(APA/Red)

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