Vienna police step up patrols after threat against churches

Vienna police warned the public on Wednesday of an increased number of patrols by heavily armed police in the city after a general threat of attack against churches. "You will notice there are currently a larger number of police forces on patrol with special equipment. The reason is a non-specific threat of attack against churches.

Vienna police warned the public on Wednesday of an increased number of patrols by heavily armed police in the city after a general threat of attack against churches.

"You will notice there are currently a larger number of police forces on patrol with special equipment. The reason is a non-specific threat of attack against churches. We will keep you informed here," the city's police force said on Twitter, adding that it was a "preventive measure" common in such cases.