The alleged perpetrator, a 48-year-old citizen of the Russian Federation, entered the wine bar in Vienna-Neubau shortly before closing time, where only a 27-year-old employee was present. He demanded cash. When the woman did not comply, the man pulled out a knife and repeated his threat.
Knife-Wielding Man Wanted to Rob Vienna Wine Bar: Arrest
25-08-2025, 13:30
Shortly after midnight on Monday, there was an attempted robbery at a wine bar in Vienna-Neubau. A 48-year-old man threatened an employee with a knife but was arrested by the police shortly thereafter.
Passerby Noticed Robbery in Vienna-Neubau
The employee loudly screamed for help. A 22-year-old passerby, a French exchange student, noticed and entered the premises. The suspect then grabbed a bottle of liqueur and fled towards the city center.
The 22-year-old and the employee pursued the thwarted robber and called the police via cell phone. During an immediate search operation, the man was soon stopped and provisionally arrested.
48-Year-Old Arrested After Attempted Escape
According to the police, items for drug use, the alleged weapon – a folding knife – and the stolen bottle were secured during the search. The 48-year-old was charged with attempted aggravated robbery and is currently in police custody.
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