Sex Bars in Vienna

A big move against illegal activities happened in Tyrol. The police found an illegal brothel during searches at a table-dance club and a nearby building. It seems that mainly women, working as sex workers, were being taken advantage of. For a few months, the police had been watching a group of three people, including an Austrian (51), a Turkish person (57), and a Spaniard (34). The action finally took place early on a Thursday. Ordered Searches Following the court’s orders, the police searched a table-dance club and a nearby building in Tyrol. The financial police were also there during the checks. The exact place wasn’t shared by the police, but…

A trial in Graz is exposing the illicit operations of a brothel in Styria. At the heart of the prosecution are six former employees, including the brothel manager, charged with the sale of a total of 4.6 kilograms of cocaine. Escalation and Investigations In addition to drug trafficking, there are allegations of severe coercion. Two debt collectors are said to have seriously threatened a customer. The uncovering of these activities was the result of long-term covert investigations and phone surveillance. What’s interesting is the defense’s claim that the accusations are part of a revenge plot by the ex-lover of the brothel manager. The trial provides insights into the dark sides…

A recent article on JungeWelt.de has stirred significant debate on the subject of prostitution and its profound societal impacts. This in-depth piece features an illuminating conversation with Hanna and Katrin, members of the Frauenkampftag group, offering valuable insights into the complexities surrounding this contentious topic. Understanding Prostitution and “Sex Work” At the core of the discussion lies the crucial distinction between prostitution and the term “sex work,” often used interchangeably. The article emphasizes the need to recognize the unique challenges and nuances faced by individuals involved in these practices. Challenging Stereotypes and Exploring Social Implications The article challenges prevalent stereotypes and perceptions about prostitution, particularly those promoted by liberal activists.…

A 32-year-old woman and her 14-year-old daughter were found dead in their Vienna-Mariahilf apartment in August. The prime suspect in their murders is a 49-year-old Tunisian man who was dating the mother at the time. Police say that the younger children of the woman, aged 6 and 9, witnessed the murders. The man fled to France but was later arrested. He remained silent until his trial on Wednesday, when he claimed that the deaths were accidental and related to sexual activity. The man said that the woman had asked him to choke her and she never woke up, causing her daughter to become hysterical. However, later in the day, after…

The Dona Carmen association, which advocates for the social and political rights of sex workers, is calling on the Frankfurt city government to establish a boarding house for sex workers in municipal ownership. The aim is to address the issue of precarious housing situations for prostitutes and provide a solution for another major problem. The coronavirus pandemic has made the problem of women’s housing situation visible, according to Gerhard Walentowitz, a member of the association’s board. Dona Carmen has gathered extensive experience during the pandemic, providing counseling to around 200 sex workers. As a result of prolonged closures of brothels, some of the women applied for unemployment benefits. However, there…

The 29-year-old man has been sentenced to one year and ten months of probation on different charges. He has been acquitted on the charge of forced prostitution. It has been believed that the man forced his then underage girlfriend to prostitute. The man has also been sentenced to a period of four years of probation concerning his illegal substance use and he must start inpatient drug therapy within the following six months. Until he starts therapy, he will still have to report regularly to a drug counseling centre. While under probation, he will have to provide samples of his urine up to twelve times per year under strict supervision. If…