After Fatal Balcony Fall from 6th Floor of a Vienna Municipal Building: Partner Released from Custody

The 48-year-old was arrested on Wednesday to determine whether a violent crime was behind the balcony fall. The Vienna State Criminal Police Office, West Branch, took over the further investigations. All statements from possible witnesses were also collected and evaluated. There was reportedly an argument between the woman and her partner beforehand.

Vienna-Penzing: Partner Tried to Hold Woman Back

After the questioning of the 48-year-old and the witnesses, the suspicion against the man was dispelled. According to the current state of investigation, the 37-year-old is believed to have climbed over the balcony railing on her own during the argument around 11:00 PM. The man tried to hold her back and pull her up - but unsuccessfully.

According to the preliminary autopsy result, the woman died from multiple injuries resulting from the fall. A toxicological report is still pending. Until the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office officially closes its investigation, the 48-year-old was reported at large.

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(APA/Red.)

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