An as yet unknown perpetrator entered a tobacconist in Vienna-Meidling on April 18 around 11:30 a.m. and demanded cash from the 23-year-old employee. When the woman refused and asked the man to leave the store, the situation escalated.

Tobacconist Employee Threatened and Assaulted with Weapon

The unknown man showed the young woman a suspected firearm that he carried in his waistband, went behind the sales counter, and struck her in the face with his elbow. He then allegedly attempted to reach into the cash register. When the employee loudly called for her supervisor, the perpetrator fled – with two cartons of cigarettes in an unknown direction.

Vienna Police Searching for Perpetrator

A photo of the suspect was secured. The police are asking for useful information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the man – also anonymously. Information is being received by the Vienna State Criminal Police Office, South Branch, Robbery Investigation Department at the phone numbers 01-31310-57210 or 57800.

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