Suspected Murderer from Sweden Arrested in Vienna

In collaboration with the homicide investigation unit in Gothenburg, investigators from the Federal Criminal Police Office's (BK) fugitive search and the Special Units Directorate (DSE) managed to locate, identify, and arrest the 37-year-old on the open street without incident, the BK announced on Saturday. The extradition to Sweden is being prepared.

Man Wanted for Murder in Sweden Since 2012 Caught in Vienna-Landstraße

The man was subject to a European arrest warrant for murder and attempted murder on September 10, 2012, in Gothenburg. He was also wanted for attempted aggravated extortion between June 2024 and March 2025, as well as for aggravated handling of stolen goods in March 2025. The arrested individual was taken to the Josefstadt prison.

The BK praised the international cooperation within the ENFAST network (European Network of Fugitive Active Search Teams). "This arrest once again shows that Austria is not a safe haven for internationally wanted criminals. The success is based on the excellent cross-border cooperation within the ENFAST network, the national authorities, and the dedicated efforts of our fugitive search officers," emphasized BK Director Andreas Holzer.

European Fugitive Search Network

The fugitive search unit of the Federal Criminal Police Office is a founding member of ENFAST, established in 2010. The aim of ENFAST is to increase security within the EU through close international cooperation, explained the BK. Within the network, important information can be quickly exchanged and measures taken during cross-border fugitive searches.

(APA/Red)

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