The former spokesperson for the Vienna branch of the Identitarian movement is under investigation for assault following an altercation near Parliament last autumn. The incident occurred before a separate controversy erupted in Leoben, involving the group. Authorities are also investigating the other individual involved in the physical confrontation. Details regarding the nature of the “rangelei” (scuffle) remain limited, but the case highlights ongoing tensions surrounding the far-right group. This investigation adds another layer of complexity to the challenges faced by the Identitarian movement in Austria. The timing of the investigation, preceding the Leoben case, suggests a potential pattern of aggressive behavior linked to the group's activities. No further details on potential charges have been released.