Robbery Series by Youth Gangs in Vienna-Favoriten Solved

The Vienna police were able to solve several serious robberies from September and October in the areas of Viktor-Adler-Markt, Antonsplatz, and Reumannplatz. A total of 13 suspected perpetrators aged 14 to 22 were arrested. According to the police, all suspects are Syrian nationals.

Victims Attacked and Threatened with Pepper Spray

In two cases, a larger group of young men was involved. They are said to have sprayed their victims with pepper spray, physically attacked, and robbed them. Nine suspects have now been identified and arrested. The victims recognized the youths, whereupon the Vienna public prosecutor's office ordered their transfer to a detention center.

Two Attacks on the Same Victim

Another case of serious robbery was also solved in the area of Antonsplatz and Reumannplatz. A teenager was initially threatened by several suspects, attacked with pepper spray, and robbed of cash. Two days later, the victim encountered the same perpetrators again, who this time used pepper spray to steal his jacket. Through investigations, four suspects aged 14 and 16 were identified and arrested. They were also transferred to a detention center. The youths refused to testify during the interrogation.

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