Commotion on construction site

Alarming find: suspicious object discovered

Immediate protective measures were taken to ensure the safety of local residents and passers-by.

(Bild: LPD Wien)

On Thursday afternoon, a sensational discovery was made in Vienna that attracted the attention of security forces and experts. In the area of Rechte Bahngasse, a construction worker came across a suspicious object that resembled a grenade during ongoing work.

The construction worker immediately alerted the relevant authorities. Explosives experts and the demining service were then called to the site. After a detailed examination, the experts confirmed that the object found was indeed a thrower grenade from the Second World War.

Short-term closure to pedestrian traffic
Immediate protective measures were taken to ensure the safety of local residents and passers-by. Pedestrian traffic in the vicinity of the discovery site was closed at short notice and the demining service was also called to safely recover the grenade. After identification, the grenade was professionally removed and secured by the demining service.

What to do in the event of a suspicious discovery

• If you find objects suspected of containing explosives or war material, make a note of the location and move to a safe distance
• Call 133 or 112 immediately
• Do not move or manipulate objects suspected of containing explosives or war material

This procedure is standard practice when war relics are found in order to ensure controlled and safe disposal or defusing. Despite the short-term disruption to pedestrians, a potential hazard was quickly and effectively removed.