Had a knife with her

Policewoman attacked by beggar in Vienna city center

Police officers were called to Babenbergerstraße in Vienna's city center on Sunday because a 42-year-old Slovak was begging in an intrusive manner. When they tried to arrest the man, he fled. A policewoman was injured during the operation: The beggar had kicked and punched her several times. 

After the 41-year-old had caused a commotion in Babenbergerstraße shortly before 10 a.m. on Sunday, the man was caught and arrested in the Getreidemarkt area. A female officer was injured during his escape attempt. She was kicked and punched several times. 

Had a folding knife with him
"During the subsequent identity check, it was established that the man had a valid arrest warrant under immigration law", police spokeswoman Barbara Gass also announced on Monday. A folding knife was seized from the man. In addition, the 42-year-old denied attacking the officer during questioning. 

Officer had to go off duty
He was released on charges of resisting law enforcement and grievous bodily harm. The injured policewoman had to leave her duty.