This is already the fourth case around New Year in Vienna in which children and young people have suffered serious injuries from firecrackers, leaving them scarred for life. The boy had been handling pyrotechnics in front of a residential complex at 10.45 am when the firecracker in his hand suddenly detonated. The explosion was so violent that the ten-year-old suffered serious injuries to his hand, according to police spokeswoman Anna Gutt.

Boy found firecracker on the street
A witness observed the incident and rushed to the child's aid and immediately called the emergency services. The Vienna Professional Rescue Service took the boy to hospital with serious hand injuries. The police secured the exploded firecracker - it was probably a prohibited flash-bang device. According to the boy, he had found the firecracker on the street. "The investigations in this direction are now continuing", says Gutt.

Police again warn against pyrotechnics
The Vienna police have issued an urgent warning against illegal firecrackers and the improper use of pyrotechnics. Most accidents are caused by carelessness, carelessness or incorrect handling.

Particularly dangerous is prohibited pyrotechnics, which often come from abroad and have no certification marks. Violations of the Pyrotechnics Act can result in criminal prosecution and administrative fines of up to 3600 euros.

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