This was reported by the State Police Directorate on Sunday. The woman reportedly defended herself after the perpetrator initially pushed her to the ground with the intent to rob her. The man then stabbed her in the abdomen, a police spokesperson told the APA. There is currently no trace of the perpetrator.
Handbag Robbery in Vienna-Mariahilf: 24-Year-Old Brutally Stabbed
10-02-2025, 08:18
On Saturday morning, a 24-year-old woman in Vienna-Mariahilf was attacked and stabbed by an unknown assailant who attempted to steal her handbag.
Passerby in Vienna-Mariahilf Found Stabbed Woman
The attack occurred after 4:00 AM on Webgasse. The victim was on her way home when the perpetrator attempted to snatch her handbag and subsequently stabbed her. A passerby found the stabbed woman lying on the sidewalk and alerted the police. The woman was responsive and was able to provide information about the incident before being transferred to a hospital.
The State Criminal Office has taken over the investigation. The Vienna police are asking any potential witnesses who saw the suspect before, during, or after his escape to provide information. This can be done anonymously by contacting the State Criminal Office Vienna, Central Branch, at the phone number 01-31310-43800.
(APA/Red)
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