NewsStabbing in Amsterdam: Five injured as suspect captured

Stabbing in Amsterdam: Five injured as suspect captured

Five people have been injured in a stabbing incident in Amsterdam. The assailant has been apprehended, according to the Dutch police.

Knife attack in Amsterdam. There are injured.
Knife attack in Amsterdam. There are injured.
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Sara Bounaoui

On Thursday afternoon, an individual wielding a knife attacked several people in the Dutch capital. The incident took place near Dam Square in Amsterdam.

Local police reported that the assailant targeted multiple individuals. The perpetrator has been apprehended. "We currently have no information about the cause or motive of the stabbing incident. This is part of our investigation," stated the police.

Stabbing incident in Amsterdam. Area was secured by emergency services

As a result of the attack in Amsterdam, five people sustained injuries.

Authorities continue to work at the site. Dozens of police officers, ambulances, and a rescue helicopter are present at the scene.

The police have confirmed that an investigation into the attack will be conducted. Authorities are aiming to establish the motive behind the perpetrator's actions.

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