In Vienna-Brigittenau, a threatening incident with a blank-firing gun occurred on September 16. An 18-year-old trainee of Russian nationality threatened to kill two of his classmates at a supermarket in Vienna-Brigittenau, and he is said to have also displayed a blank-firing pistol.

WEGA Deployment After Threat with Blank-Firing Pistol in Vienna

The two affected teenagers, who according to police information attend the same educational institution as the suspect, later confided in a teacher. This teacher immediately contacted the authorities.

Subsequently, a police operation involving the special unit WEGA took place. The 18-year-old was arrested but refused to make a statement. A blank-firing pistol was secured from him. The suspect was taken to a detention center. Investigations are ongoing.

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