Violence Hotspot Reumannplatz: Another Stabbing in Weapon Prohibition Zone

On December 3rd, a group of youths attacked a 26-year-old man at Vienna's Reumannplatz around 7:30 PM. According to initial witness statements, he was attacked with several punches to the head. The motive for the crime is still unclear.

17-Year-Old Injured with Knife at Reumannplatz in Vienna

A 17-year-old acquaintance of the victim rushed to help the man. One of the alleged attackers then pulled out a knife and stabbed the teenager in the thigh. Afterwards, the five perpetrators fled in an unknown direction.

Victims Sought Help from Police

The two injured individuals then went to the Keplergasse police station, where they filed a report. The 26-year-old was discharged into home care after initial treatment by the Vienna emergency services. The 17-year-old received emergency medical care and was taken to a hospital.

The fleeing youths are described as follows: male, presumably 14 to 18 years old, approximately 150–160 cm tall, dark hair, dark clothing. Relevant information – also anonymously – can be provided to any police station or the police emergency number 133.

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