Shock on the day of the testimony: Young people threaten weapons at school!

Shock on the day of the testimony: Young people threaten weapons at school!

In a terrifying incident in Trieben, two young people aged 14 and 15 were arrested on Friday morning. They had threatened to bring firearms to school in a WhatsApp group in their class. According to meinzirk.at , the police were already informed at 6.15 a.m. Teaching staff and the police. Against this background, protection and search measures were initiated immediately.

The 15-year-old main suspect was quickly arrested. With him, the officers found two deceptively real -looking softguns and a folding knife. His 14-year-old accomplice was also caught after confirming plans in the chat and posting a photo of a firearm. A fake soft gun could be ensured. Despite the alarming threats, the police did not find any direct danger to the school and released all students into the care of their parents.

young people are confident

Both young people were questioned in the presence of their legal guardians and legal assistance and were fundamentally confident. They stated that the news was "fun". However, the Leoben public prosecutor reacted immediately and ordered the transfer of the two to the Leoben judiciary, where they will remain until further notice. They threaten a strict ban on weapons.

background and prevention of youth crime

This incident raises the question of many: How can such a threat of violence in schools be prevented? The police have launched an anti-bullying program for violence prevention at schools under the motto "No more chance for bullies". This program, which was developed in Norway, aims to improve the school climate and to suffocate violence or bullying in the bud. Bullying, which includes targeted and repeated harassment of stronger people compared to weaker students, has serious effects on those affected and can have long -term consequences.

The Olwus program relies on principles such as warm-hearted care by adults, clear limits for unacceptable behavior, and a consistent but not hostile handling of regular violations. This not only focuses on the perpetrators, but also the victims and their supporters. Early intervention is crucial to avoid violence in schools, which is often triggered by factors such as group compulsion, unstructured leisure behavior and problems in the family.

The challenges associated with youth violence are diverse and require the commitment of teaching staff, parents and the entire community. Combating violent crime in adolescents remains an important task that society has to take to avoid future incidents.

For further information and support, parents can contact the brochure "Paths from violence - so they protect your child" that offers helpful tips for dealing with violence and aggression among young people. Also the media package "apart?!" treats topics such as bullying and physical aggression and should sensitize students from the age of nine.