Man Arrested After Bicycle Theft in Vienna-Mariahilf

Upon the officers' arrival, the passerby pointed to a man who was pushing a black bicycle towards Gumpendorfer Straße. The police officers stopped the suspicious man and conducted an identity check.

Man in Vienna-Mariahilf Reported

It turned out that the man was a 29-year-old Afghan national. The officers found a broken lock on the bicycle. The suspect was unable to provide proof of ownership for the bicycle and refused to give any information about the origin of the bike. He only stated that he did not have the key for the lock with him and therefore broke the lock. The bicycle was temporarily secured. The 29-year-old was reported on suspicion of bicycle theft and temporarily arrested. After consultation with the Vienna public prosecutor's office, he was transferred to a correctional facility.

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