Austrian authorities have launched an extensive manhunt in search of a 29-year-old Dutch national who escaped from prison in the Austrian city of Wiener Neustadt on Monday morning.
The circumstances of the escape remain under investigation, writes NU.nl.
Ongoing manhunt
The police were called at 7:55 AM on Monday, shortly after prison staff discovered the man’s escape.
As a result, authorities immediately launched a search operation involving 13 patrol cars and police dogs. So far, it has been unsuccessful.
It is believed that the criminal may have made his way to a nearby train station after his escape — but further information has not been made known.
“The circumstances of the outbreak are currently being thoroughly investigated. For security reasons, it is not possible to provide more detailed information here,” the Austrian Ministry of Justice has told the Austrian press.
Leader of a gang
According to The International, the Dutch criminal is the leader of the well-known “Rammbock” gang.
The group is linked to multiple high-profile thefts, including burglaries targeting jewellery stores and ATMs.
In October 2024, three gang members received prison sentences ranging from 20 months to nine years.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of this individual, please contact the Austrian Police at 059133-30-3333.
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