Girl attacked in Vomp: Twelve-year-old seriously injured by two minors

Background of the incident

The two alleged attackers were arrested by police after the crime. Since they are minors, they were subsequently placed in youth welfare facilities or placed under the care of the responsible authorities.

According to police, the two suspects are a 14-year-old Bulgarian citizen and a 13-year-old Kosovo citizen. Both girls are resident in the country; their exact places of residence were not made public by the investigators.

Investigations and legal steps

The background and possible motive for the crime are the subject of ongoing investigations. Police are examining what relationship the victim had to the two suspects and whether disputes had occurred prior to the attack.

The incident has caused dismay in Vomp and in the district of Schwaz. According to authorities, local agencies and support organizations are on hand to assist the victim and her family.

The Innsbruck public prosecutor's office is conducting the investigation on suspicion of aggravated assault. Further legal steps will be considered once the investigations are completed, particularly with regard to juvenile criminal law measures.