Gun expert warns:

“Young women in Vienna are often completely defenceless”

Violence is on the rise, especially among young people. Again and again, young women are the victims. There are no options for self-protection.

The weapons ban zone at Reumannplatz has been in force for a few weeks now. Those responsible speak of a success. An initial assessment was also quite positive. However, an end to the violence is not in sight. There have been further incidents involving blades in Favoriten this week. Young women in particular feel unsafe. Weapons stores are now often the first port of call when looking for help.