Austrian Teen's Alleged Plot Foils Taylor Swift Concerts

Authorities in Austria have detained a 19-year-old for allegedly plotting an attack on Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna. The arrest led to the discovery of chemical substances and technical devices at his residence. The resulting concert cancellations have left many Swift fans disappointed and heartbroken.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Vienna | Updated: 08-08-2024 14:35 IST | Created: 08-08-2024 14:35 IST
Austrian Teen's Alleged Plot Foils Taylor Swift Concerts
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Authorities in Austria have detained a 19-year-old for allegedly plotting an attack on Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna. The arrest led to the discovery of chemical substances and technical devices at his residence.

Franz Ruf, public security director at Austria's Interior Ministry, revealed that the suspect had also pledged allegiance to the current leader of the Islamic State group online. The discovery of these dangerous items has led to a re-evaluation of the safety measures for the upcoming concerts.

The resulting concert cancellations have left many Swift fans disappointed and heartbroken. Thousands had spent significant amounts on travel and accommodation for the sold-out Eras Tour shows. Austria's Vice-Chancellor Werner Kogler expressed sympathy for the fans, stating that hate and terror cannot destroy the unity and spirit of Swifties.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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