Knife stabbing in Hohenems: Argal escalates in front of the house!

Knife stabbing in Hohenems: Argal escalates in front of the house!

Hohenems, Österreich - A dispute between two men in Hohenems (Dornbirn district) recently developed into a bloody incident. The incident occurred shortly before noon when a 39-year-old man threw a carpet knife after a 30-year-old man. The knife hit him on the face and led to a slight injury to the lower lip. But the 30-year-old countered: he picked up the knife and stabbed the attacker in his chest, which led to a stab wound about one centimeter wide. The 39-year-old then had to be taken to the hospital, where he was treated by a doctor. The alcoholization of the attacker was considerable in this incident, which also led to his arrest. At the order of the Feldkirch public prosecutor's office, he was instructed to the Feldkirch judge, as today.at.

Another incident with a knife attack occurred on February 15, 2025 in Feldkirch when a 46-year-old man was injured by a 21-year-old attacker from Baden-Württemberg. The dispute broke out due to a mobile phone, which subsequently led to a violent argument in which the 46-year-old suffered a stab wound in his stomach and had to be operated on. The perpetrator initially fled, but shortly afterwards was arrested by the police near the crime scene. Here, too, these were Turkish citizens who were involved in a dangerous Situation. The attacker was also brought to the judiciary, as reported. violent crime on the advance

The incidents in Hohenems and Feldkirch have a highlight of a worrying phenomenon: incidents of violent crime have risen again in recent years. Around 217,000 violent crimes were registered in Germany in 2024, which is the highest number since 2007. Compared to the deep stalls during Corona pandemic in 2021, when the number fell to around 165,000, the current numbers are alarming. The reasons for this increase are multi-layered, and economic uncertainties and social stress play a role, explains the Statista. In addition, a survey shows that 94% of German violence and aggression against authorities see as a major problem.

The increase in young violent offenders is particularly worrying: a third of the suspects were younger than 21 in 2024. The police were able to successfully determine in a good three quarters of the cases, but social worries persist on violence. The attacks, also on rescue workers, are due to extreme states, alcohol and drugs. In this way, the discussion about the causes and the fight against these developments is becoming increasingly important.

These incidents make it clear that it is in society what is on. The need for prevention measures and a further investigation of the social causes of violent crimes is undisputed. The increasing numbers must not be ignored and require increased attention. After all, we are all asked how we can create a more peaceful community.