Refugee on Trial for Fatal Knife Attack: 'I'd Kill Again'

A Kurdish Syrian refugee, on trial for a deadly knife attack in Villach, Austria, admitted he would commit the crime again. The attack killed a 14-year-old boy and wounded five others. He admitted allegiance to ISIS after being radicalized on TikTok. The trial concludes this Thursday.


Devdiscourse News Desk | * Defendant | Updated: 27-05-2026 20:30 IST | Created: 27-05-2026 20:30 IST
Refugee on Trial for Fatal Knife Attack: 'I'd Kill Again'
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A 24-year-old Kurdish Syrian refugee, on trial for a deadly knife attack in Villach, Austria, revealed his willingness to kill again, according to Austrian media.

The refugee admitted to the attack that resulted in the death of a 14-year-old boy and injuries to five others, linking his actions to his allegiance to ISIS after being radicalized through TikTok.

The court trial, heavily secured and limiting media access, continues in Klagenfurt, showcasing the ongoing threat of radicalization in Austria.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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