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Seven Teenagers on Trial in Vienna Over Alleged Abuse, Extortion and Arson of Teacher

Prosecutors outlined a coercive scheme involving drugs, threats and compromising recordings, with a verdict scheduled for October 20.

Einer der angeklagten Jugendlichen wird von Polizisten in den Gerichtssaal geführt. Er trägt Handschellen.
Ein weiterer Angeklagter wird in einen Gerichtssaal geführt
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Die jungen Männer sollen einzeln und in der Gruppe über die Frau hergefallen sein.

Overview

  • Proceedings opened at the Vienna Regional Court for seven defendants aged 14 to 17 on charges including rape, sexual coercion, extortion, theft and arson.
  • Prosecutors say the pattern began after a consensual relationship in April 2024 between the teacher and a former pupil, which others exploited by presenting themselves as a gang.
  • The case allegedly escalated to drug-fueled assaults that were filmed and used to blackmail the teacher for money, goods and favors.
  • Investigators say a fire set in the teacher’s apartment in January 2025 while she was abroad exposed the broader conduct, leading to the current charges.
  • Defense lawyers deny sexual abuse and characterize encounters as consensual, while some accused admit parts of the theft, drug use and fire; several remain in pre-trial detention and the lead defendant faces up to seven and a half years.