Inflights with sexual offenses in Upper Austria alarming high!

Inflights with sexual offenses in Upper Austria alarming high!

Linz, Österreich - In Austria, sexual crimes are an urgent problem that affects many victims and often remains unpunished. Andrea Ilsinger, the managing director of the Autonomous Women's Center Linz, clearly speaks against the inadequate rate of sexual offenses. According to Krone , only every 14th rape case in Upper Austria ended last year with a conviction. These alarming numbers reflect how stressful the Situation is for those affected, which are often already in an exceptional situation.

A decisive problem remains the number of unreported cases of the non -displayed sexual offenses. Many victims have no complaint for fear of polarization or the feeling of fainting. These fears are also evident in a comprehensive study by the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), which documents the extent of cybercrime and sexual assault. The study based on a citizens' survey shows that only one percent of the sex crimes are reported. The Bavarian radio emphasizes that many affected people are not evidence or that they are not believed.

The truth behind the numbers

The number of unreported cases is not only a big topic in Austria. In Germany, the sexual offenses recorded have been at a peak for years, with around 128,000 cases in 2024. These figures refer to increased sensitivity and willingness to report crimes, but there is also an enormous dark field there. Around 91 percent of the victims of sex crimes were female, of which young women between the ages of 14 and 20 are particularly affected. This can be seen in the study by Statista , which indicates that there are usually no or only informal relationships between sacrifices and perpetrators.

These frightening statistics underline the need for more information and support for the victims. Society must be sensitized to the topics of sexual violence and how important it is to report crimes. A solid and supportive space for those affected could help to increase reporting on such incidents as well as the reports of the BKA: Many affected people are traumatized or are afraid of the consequences of an advertisement.

social responsibility

The demand for more police presence and security in public spaces is not only a political issue, but also a social responsibility. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser emphasizes the need for video surveillance at crime scenes and more police forces in public space in order to increase the feeling of security, especially for women who often feel insecure at night. Over 58 percent of women indicate to avoid certain places at night, which illustrates the discrepancy between feeling and reality in the security situation.

It is time that society, politics and judiciary work together to create an environment in which victims feel safe enough to file a complaint. The expansion of support offers and the formation of anti -discrimination initiatives can help strengthen trust in the police and reduce the number of unreported cases in the long term.