Five injured in knife attack in central Amsterdam

28 Mar 2025 • 1:27 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Five people were injured in a mass stabbing near Dam Square in Amsterdam.
  • A suspect has been arrested, but the motive remains unclear.
  • The incident occurred shortly before 3.30 pm local time, prompting a rapid response from police and emergency services.
  • A helicopter landed in Dam Square to transport injured individuals to the hospital.
  • Among the victims were a girl and an elderly woman, according to local media reports. A cordon was initially set up but has since been lifted.

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