The incident occurred around 11 a.m. The men ran off in different directions - the 37-year-old pursued one of the suspects on foot. When he managed to catch up with him, a scuffle reportedly ensued, during which the alleged burglar attacked and injured his pursuer several times. When the police arrived, they found cash in the four-digit range on the 39-year-old Romanian national, which originated from the single-family home. He was arrested and subsequently taken to a detention center.
Brave Homeowner Subdues Burglar After Chase Through Vienna-Simmering
16-09-2025, 12:39
On Monday morning, a 37-year-old single-family homeowner in Vienna-Simmering noticed, upon returning from a walk with his wife, that two unknown men were coming out of his house. When he confronted them, they ran away. After a chase through several gardens and a scuffle, one of the men was apprehended.
The homeowner was treated by emergency services and released into home care. An immediate search for the second suspect was unsuccessful. Investigations are ongoing.
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