Butyric Acid Attack on Doctor in Vienna's Hanusch Hospital: Clinics Closed

A 32-year-old woman allegedly attacked a doctor and four other hospital staff at the Hanusch Hospital in Vienna-Penzing with butyric acid on Wednesday afternoon. Police spokesman Philipp Haßlinger confirmed a corresponding online report from "heute.at". The suspect has been arrested, and the operation is still ongoing.

The Viennese woman stated upon her arrest that she was dissatisfied with her treatments. According to her own statements, she obtained the acid online.

Clinics at Hanusch Hospital Closed After Butyric Acid Attack

A spokeswoman for the Austrian Health Insurance Fund also confirmed the incident. Due to the significant odor nuisance, the clinics for pulmonology, rheumatology, and dermatology had to be closed until Thursday. A specialized cleaning team has already been tasked with the necessary work.

Thanks to the quick intervention of security, further danger was prevented, said spokeswoman Sabine Mlcoch. The protection of employees as well as patients is of the highest priority.

(APA/Red)

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