Austria: Police operation ongoing following knife attack in Vienna Oct. 26; perpetrator apprehended

Event

A police operation is ongoing in the Brigittenau area of Vienna following a knife attack the afternoon of Oct. 26. The attack took place at a catering establishment on Klosterneuburger Strasse; local media reports four people received non-critical injuries due to the attack. Police have apprehended the perpetrator and believe the attack is related to mental health issues.

Additional police will likely remain at the incident site in the coming hours. Heightened security measures such as road closures and movement restrictions may prompt localized transport disruptions in the surrounding area.

Advice

Avoid the incident area in the coming hours. Heed instructions from security services. Anticipate possible transport disruptions in the affected area through the evening of Oct. 26.