Vienna-Landstraße: Teenagers Vandalize in Underground Garage

In an underground parking garage in the third district of Vienna, several suspected car break-ins occurred in the early morning hours of December 2nd. Three teenagers aged 15 and 16 are suspected of breaking into seven vehicles and causing property damage. Two of them were taken to a detention center.

Seven cars with smashed windows

An alert witness reported suspicious movements in the public garage near Schlachthausgasse around 6 a.m. When officers from the Landstraße city police command arrived, they found several cars with smashed side windows. During the investigation, it was revealed that one of the vehicles had been stolen.

Car stolen and damaged

The alleged perpetrators are said to have damaged parts of a wall and the exit barrier while leaving the garage with the stolen vehicle. The car was found shortly thereafter parked on the roadside nearby. Not far from the crime scene, officers were also able to apprehend and temporarily arrest the three suspects.

Drugs and stolen goods found on teenagers

During the search of the teenagers, police found suspected stolen goods and tools. Additionally, drugs – including cannabis and prescription medications – were found on the oldest suspect.

The teenagers were charged with multiple counts of burglary and property damage. The 16-year-old and one of the 15-year-old suspects were transferred to a detention center on the orders of the Vienna public prosecutor's office. The third teenager was charged but remains at liberty.

(Red)

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