Woman & Children in Vienna-Leopoldstadt Abused, Coerced and Threatened for Over 10 Years

The operation took place around 11.30 am at the Vienna Handelskai. When the police heard cries for help from the apartment, they asked the man to leave the apartment to investigate. The man immediately tried to flee but was arrested by the officers.

Domestic Violence at Vienna Handelskai: Woman Suffers Numerous Injuries

In the bedroom, they found a 41-year-old woman and her two children. The woman stated that her partner had physically abused her and threatened her with death for over ten years. He is also said to have threatened consequences to their daughter, who wanted to help her mother. This led to the man being reported for coercion.

The 41-year-old had several injuries to the head, neck and back area, as well as other injuries of unknown severity. The children were unharmed.

50-Year-Old Violent Offender from Vienna-Leopoldstadt Now in Custody

A ban on entering, approaching, and a temporary weapons ban has been issued against the 50-year-old suspect.

The man was provisionally arrested and reported on suspicion of assault, dangerous threat, coercion, and continued violence over several years. On the orders of the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office, the 50-year-old was transferred to a penal institution.

Help for Victims of Domestic Violence in Vienna

The Vienna Police is the contact point for people who perceive violence or are victims of violence themselves. The police emergency call is available at any time under the number 133. The crime prevention of the Vienna State Criminal Police Office also offers personal consultations under the hotline 0800 216346.

Further contacts:

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