Pickpockets Caught Red-Handed by Vienna Police

The officers had stolen a leather case along with its contents, including a debit card, from the handbag of an 83-year-old woman in a store. They then withdrew a total of 650 euros with the debit card.

Three Pickpockets Arrested

The officers had already been observing the three women due to their behavior, which indicated professional pickpockets. The surveillance was challenging as the suspected thieves acted cautiously and in a coordinated manner. The women were observed entering several stores and focusing on the customers' belongings. The suspects are a 24-year-old, a 30-year-old, and a 31-year-old woman. They remain in police custody, and interrogations are still pending. The Vienna State Criminal Police Office, Center/East branch, is leading the further investigations. The stolen items have been secured and returned to the victim.

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