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Robbery of ATMs in Vienna: Perpetrators fail miserably!
Unknown people wanted to break into an ATM in Vienna Favoriten on June 4, 2025. Police are investigating attempted theft.
Robbery of ATMs in Vienna: Perpetrators fail miserably!
In the early morning hours of June 4, 2025, unknown perpetrators tried to crack an ATM at Antonie-Alt-Gasse 2 in Vienna Favoriten. However, the criminal activities were unsuccessful. A security employee discovered the damaged machine and immediately alerted the police. They arrived at the scene around 6:20 a.m. and discovered that the perpetrators had torn off the outer cover of the ATM to open the safe. Fortunately, this attempt failed. The Vienna State Criminal Police Office, South branch, has started an investigation into attempted burglary in order to catch the perpetrators. 5min reports that...
The incident highlights the security of ATMs in the city. The security mechanisms of modern ATMs are designed to protect both cash and customer data. In recent years, Vienna has struggled with an increase in attempted thefts: in 2023, for example, five ATMs were blown up. The Federal Criminal Police Office suspects a threat from internationally organized criminals. The post office is also temporarily decommissioning some ATMs to increase security and minimize potential risks. ORF reports that...
Security features in focus
Austria has around 8,600 ATMs, which is the densest network in the EU after Portugal. These machines are equipped with various security procedures, including sensors that trigger alarms in the event of an attack and additional design features that make access to cash more difficult. In addition, reinforced steel plates and special locking mechanisms are used to deter attackers. Another important aspect is the use of color cassettes, which devalue the cash if manipulated. These technical solutions have already proven to be useful in countering robberies. Futurezone reports that…
But not all security solutions are high-tech. Some banks also use low-tech measures such as mirrors to monitor cash withdrawals and privacy panels to ensure better protection. EMV chip technology, which has been implemented in 70 percent of bank cards issued worldwide since 2024, also makes it almost impossible to access data through “skimming”. The move towards contactless payments, which has been possible in Austria since 2007, has also helped turn up the heat on criminals.
The financial security measures at ATMs therefore continue to be the focus of public attention. As technology develops, it remains crucial to continually review and adapt both mechanisms and safety precautions. Ultimately, it is essential that citizens in Vienna can feel safe not only when withdrawing money, but also in everyday life.