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Austria arrests teenager over foiled plot to attack Vienna station, news agency reports

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Posted on February 19, 2025

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VIENNA (Reuters) - Austria arrested a 14-year-old on Feb. 10 on suspicion of planning a militant attack on Vienna's Westbahnhof train station and found items at his home suggesting he supported

Austria Detains 14-Year-Old for Alleged Attack Plot on Vienna Station

VIENNA (Reuters) - Austria arrested a 14-year-old on Feb. 10 on suspicion of planning a militant attack on Vienna's Westbahnhof train station and found items at his home suggesting he supported Islamic State, Austrian news agency APA reported on Wednesday.

The report follows a knife attack in the southern town of Villach on Saturday, in which a 23-year-old Syrian refugee is suspected of having killed a teenager and wounded five people. That man was rapidly radicalised after watching Islamist videos on social media, Austrian authorities have said.

(Reporting by Francois Murphy; Editing by Bernadette Baum)

Key Takeaways

  • A 14-year-old was arrested in Austria for plotting an attack.
  • The target was Vienna's Westbahnhof train station.
  • Items suggesting support for Islamic State were found.
  • The arrest follows a recent knife attack in Villach.
  • Authorities highlight rapid radicalization via social media.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the age of the arrested individual?
A 14-year-old was arrested on suspicion of planning a militant attack.
What location was targeted for the attack?
The attack was planned for Vienna's Westbahnhof train station.
What incident preceded the arrest of the teenager?
The arrest followed a knife attack in Villach, where a Syrian refugee is suspected of killing a teenager and injuring five others.

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