
Burglaries, thefts, devastated train stations: In Vorarlberg, crimes committed by perpetrators under the age of 14 are increasing - they remain unpunished. Is there a risk of the law being tightened?
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In Austria, children under the age of 14 are of legal age, which means that they cannot be prosecuted for crimes committed.
Crime in Vorarlberg When children become criminals
Burglaries, thefts, devastated train stations: In Vorarlberg, crimes committed by perpetrators under the age of 14 are increasing - they remain unpunished. Is there a risk of the law being tightened?
By Oliver Das Gupta, Feldkirch
November 1, 2026, 4:40 p.m
In several German states, Halloween candy that was prepared with needles, screws or nails was found. The police are investigating numerous cases of attempted grievous bodily harm; there have been no injuries so far.
On Halloween night there were serious riots and looting of retail stores in Frankfurt. Politicians and trade associations are calling for consistent processing and support for the affected shop owners.

After nationwide demonstrations by the “Gen Z regulates” initiative, violent riots broke out in several German cities. In Frankfurt am Main in particular, police officers were injured and shops were looted. Politicians condemn the violence.

After the end of the "Gen Z rules" demonstrations, there were riots in Frankfurt am Main with injured police officers and looted shops. City officials begin assessing the damage as a debate about the violence begins.

Massive riots broke out after a demonstration for social justice in Frankfurt. Rioters looted shops on the Zeil, attacked police officers and caused extensive property damage. 54 people were arrested.

After a disbanded demonstration in Frankfurt, operations manager Erik Hessenmüller reported a new quality of violence. According to the police, people from the left-wing extremist spectrum as well as violent young people with a migration background were involved.