Murder Suspicion in Vienna: Body Recovered from Danube

The approximately 40-year-old man, who is believed to have been in the water for some time, showed head injuries - according to police spokesman Philipp Haßlinger, foul play cannot be ruled out, and an autopsy is expected to provide clarity.

Body in Vienna's Danube: Foul Play Cannot Be Ruled Out

Passersby reported the discovery at around 2:50 PM. The Vienna Fire Department brought the body ashore at the Danube Island. Due to the condition of the body and traces near the discovery site, "foul play cannot currently be ruled out." However, an accident or suicide is also possible. The man is suspected to belong to the homeless community. Initially, there was no further information about his identity.

The Vienna State Criminal Police Office (North Branch) and the major crime scene group are conducting further investigations in cooperation with the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office. A representative of the prosecution was on site in the afternoon, as was a forensic pathologist, according to Haßlinger.

(APA/Red)

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