paroolSep 10, 2026, 10:14

Home of 79-year-old woman in Diemen targeted by explosion for second time this summer

A 79-year-old woman's home in Diemen was damaged by an explosive device for the second time this summer, though she escaped injury on both occasions. Police are currently investigating whether the residence was targeted by mistake and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

A 79-year-old resident of the Pluimeshof in Diemen was the target of an explosive device early this morning, marking the second such attack on her home this summer. Officers arrived around 2:30 a.m. to discover a small fire near the front door caused by the blast. While the property sustained damage, the elderly woman remained uninjured during the incident.

A similar event occurred at the same residence on the night of July 1, when an explosion shattered multiple windows and sparked another fire. Investigators are currently looking into a potential link between the two events and are actively considering the possibility that the home was targeted by mistake. Police are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing local neighbors in their ongoing search for suspects, urging anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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