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Police investigate youths from Southeast who proudly showed weapons to German YouTuber

Amsterdam police are investigating a viral YouTube video that shows masked youths in the Zuidoost district brandishing firearms. Mayor Femke Halsema has condemned the behavior as concerning and confirmed that authorities are taking the matter seriously while continuing to work on long-term prevention strategies.

Police in Amsterdam have launched a formal investigation following the release of a YouTube video by the German content creator Lucky L 030. The footage, which surfaced in May, depicts masked youths in the Zuidoost district displaying firearms while gathered in a hallway. The incident has raised significant public concern, prompting inquiries from political parties regarding local safety and the potential for criminal activity among the area's youth population.

Mayor Femke Halsema addressed the controversy in a written statement, confirming that she is taking the matter seriously and has coordinated with both law enforcement and the Public Prosecution Service. While acknowledging that the video has caused feelings of insecurity among local residents, the Mayor stressed that the individuals shown do not represent the broader youth community in Zuidoost. She emphasized that the city is currently employing an integrated strategy involving education, social services, and law enforcement to combat weapon possession and address underlying social issues. The investigation remains ongoing.

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

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