Rescue Operation Leads to Huge Weapons Cache in Vienna-Josefstadt

A planned rescue operation in Josefstadt led to a significant police discovery on October 2nd. Officers from the Josefstadt City Police Command, together with the rescue service, were called to the apartment of an 82-year-old man in a multi-party building around 7:30 a.m. because he required medical assistance.

Firearms, Cane Weapon, and Nazi Objects Seized in Vienna Apartment

Upon entering the apartment, the police officers discovered several conspicuous and potentially dangerous items. Consequently, the special unit WEGA was called in. During the subsequent search, several firearms, various cutting and stabbing weapons, a prohibited weapon in the form of a cane with a metal tip, as well as items with a National Socialist background were seized.

The 82-year-old was reported multiple times under the Weapons Act and the Prohibition Act, and a provisional weapons ban was issued. He was then taken to a hospital.

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