Austria: Kosovo Man Accused of Killing Wife Who He Believed Was a Witch

Austria: Kosovo Man Accused of Killing Estranged Wife Who He Allegedly Believed Was a Witch

 

A 47-year-old man originally from Kosovo is suspected of murdering his 38-year-old wife in Austria. Another Kosovo national, aged 45, is accused of supplying the alleged murder weapon despite knowing about the planned attack.

A disturbing murder case in Austria has drawn attention after investigators uncovered allegations involving black magic and delusions surrounding the victim.

According to Austrian newspaper Heute, a 47-year-old man from Kosovo is suspected of killing his 38-year-old estranged wife. A second man, a 45-year-old Kosovo national, is accused of providing the alleged perpetrator with the firearm, reportedly knowing that he intended to kill his wife.

The couple had separated before the incident. The suspect allegedly fired three shots at the woman using a Beretta pistol before attacking her approximately 40 times with a screwdriver, striking her in the upper body.

Suspect allegedly believed his wife was a witch

One of the most disturbing aspects of the case concerns the alleged mental state of the main suspect.

According to Heute, the 47-year-old reportedly believed that his wife was a witch who practised black magic. Even while in prison, he allegedly continued expressing beliefs involving black magic and dark demons.

A medical assessment reportedly described him as psychotic and concluded that he was not criminally responsible for his actions.

The report also states that he referred to prison officials as “cavemen preparing for hell”, reflecting the unusual beliefs attributed to him.

The investigation also focuses on the alleged role of the second Kosovo national, who is accused of supplying the weapon while being aware of the intended killing.

The case remains subject to judicial proceedings, and the allegations against both men must be assessed by the competent Austrian authorities.