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Husband in Vienna favorites: threat of murder and violent argument!
Wife attacked and threatened by her husband in Vienna-Favoriten; Police arrived, perpetrator temporarily arrested.
Husband in Vienna favorites: threat of murder and violent argument!
An alarming incident occurred on Monday afternoon, January 20, 2026, in Vienna-Favoriten. A 36-year-old woman was the victim of a physical attack in her apartment by her 26-year-old husband, who also threatened to kill her. The argument that led to these acts of violence prompted the neighbor to alert the police after hearing of heated arguments between the couple. When officers arrived, they found the frightened woman and her neighbor in the hallway.
Witnesses reported loud arguments that took place in the shared apartment. The police immediately took action against the perpetrator: he was temporarily arrested on site and a ban on entry and a ban on approaching him was issued. He also received a temporary weapons ban before being released. Fortunately, the woman was uninjured in this incident, but the situation still left a deep impression. She appeared visibly shaken and tearful.
Offers of help for those affected
Domestic violence is a serious problem in Austria. Experts emphasize that the number of unreported cases is higher than the police files indicate. According to reports from Statista, an overwhelming number of victims - 71% of the approximately 256,000 cases of domestic violence in 2023 - are women. It turns out that willingness to report is often influenced by social norms and feelings of shame, which prevent many women from seeking help.
However, in Vienna there are offers of help for women in need. Those affected can contact various places around the clock:
- Polizei-Notruf: 133
- Kriminalprävention des Landeskriminalamts: Hotline 0800 216346
- Frauenhelpline: 0800 222 555
- Wiener Gewaltschutzzentrum: 0800 700 217
- Opfer-Notruf: 0800 112 112
- Verein der Wiener Frauenhäuser: 05 77 22
The alarming number of violent attacks against women is backed up by data. In Germany, for example, according to Statista, in 2023, around 181,000 of the victims of domestic violence were women. The numbers not only illustrate the extent of the problem, but also the urgency of creating more awareness and expanding support structures.
Today's events in Vienna-Favoriten shine a spotlight on the challenges that many women face. It is hoped that such incidents will be taken seriously and consistent measures will be taken to help victims of domestic violence and not leave them alone.