Armed Lad Triggered Major Police Operation in Vienna-Donaustadt

Several witnesses alerted the police emergency number on December 17 around 3:00 PM after a boy allegedly threatened two teenagers at Dr.-Adolf-Schärf-Platz with a pistol. Due to the acute danger situation, numerous emergency forces were immediately dispatched.

Gas Pistol Secured in Vienna Underground Garage

During an immediate search, officers from the Rudolf-Nurejew-Promenade police station, together with officers from the canine unit, apprehended the suspected perpetrator. During the personal search, the officers secured a magazine of a firearm along with ammunition.

The suspect, a 17-year-old Syrian national, confessed and led the police to the third basement level of an underground garage. There, the alleged weapon was found under a parked vehicle. Upon inspection, it was revealed to be a gas pistol. Additionally, a small amount of cannabis resin was secured from the teenager.

Teenager Felt Threatened Himself

When questioned about the allegations, the 17-year-old stated that he had previously felt threatened by eight to ten people. For this reason, he threatened the two teenagers with the pistol.

The police are now continuing their investigation, particularly into the identity and background of the alleged victims. Further investigations are underway.

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