Man with Gun Triggered Police Operation in Vienna Park

A witness alerted the police on June 20 around 4:30 PM after observing a man praying in a crouched position while carrying a rifle. Since it was initially unclear whether it was a real firearm, officers from the Simmering City Police Command were deployed using self-protection measures.

34-Year-Old Handling Airsoft Rifle in Vienna Park

When the 34-year-old man noticed the police officers, he dropped the rifle to the ground. The officers then restrained him. Upon subsequent inspection, it was found that the weapon was an airsoft rifle.

Since the man was obviously in a state of psychological distress, he was admitted to a hospital after a medical examination. According to police information, the man's nationality was initially unclear.

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