A suspected burglar in Vienna allegedly broke into an apartment while the family was home and was seen taking a wallet from a handbag, police said. The incident happened on 22 October 2026 at around 14.30 in the citys 2nd district. The 30-year-old allegedly forced the entrance door, entered the rooms, then fled after being discovered by the family. The victims immediately gave chase and met a neighbor in the corridor. The neighbor also said a man had just broken into his apartment. Together they went outside and spotted the suspect near a kiosk. They overpowered him and kept hold of him until police officers arrived. Police were also told by additional witnesses that the man had tried to sell two hair clippers, an electric scooter and a beach chair on the same day. Officers seized the items. The suspect, a 30-year-old man, was arrested and remains in custody while investigations continue.