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Published: Thursday, March 27
Updated: Thursday, March 27
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Credited from: INDIATIMES
Five individuals were injured in a stabbing attack near **Amsterdam’s Dam Square** on Thursday, leading to swift police action and the arrest of one suspect. The incident occurred at approximately 3:30 PM local time, after which emergency responders, including multiple police units, ambulances, and a trauma helicopter, rapidly arrived on the scene. Eyewitnesses reported hearing a disturbing scream as chaos broke out with bystanders fleeing in panic.
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema was attending a council meeting when she was informed of the attack, prompting her immediate departure from the session. According to police, a cordon was set up around the vicinity, and they have urged the public to steer clear of the area to aid emergency operations.
Initially conflicting reports indicated various numbers of victims, with later confirmations stating that five people were indeed injured. Notably, the suspect involved was also among the injured, having sustained wounds that required hospitalization. The police confirmed that the motive for the attack remains unclear and is part of an ongoing investigation. They are calling for witnesses to come forward, particularly those who may have captured images of the incident. For updates, refer to Channel News Asia and South China Morning Post.
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