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Two suspects arrested for death of Jahfairel (18) during Nijmegen Four Days Marches festivities

Police have arrested two men, aged 19 and 21, in connection with the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Jahfairel during the Vierdaagsefeesten in Nijmegen. Authorities state the investigation is ongoing as they continue to search for information regarding the motive behind the senseless act of violence.

Nearly three months after 18-year-old Jahfairel from Rotterdam was fatally shot during the Vierdaagsefeesten in Nijmegen, police have arrested two new suspects. The individuals taken into custody are a 19-year-old man from Amsterdam and a 21-year-old man from Hoorn. The tragic incident occurred on July 21 around 10:00 PM, when the victim was shot in the city center despite attempts by emergency responders to save his life. An initial arrest made on the night of the crime had previously been dismissed as the suspect was found to be innocent.

Family and friends held a silent march following the incident to protest against violence, emphasizing the victim was not the intended target. While the investigation remains ongoing, police authorities have not yet disclosed the specific motive behind the shooting. Officials continue to appeal for witnesses or anyone with further information to come forward as they piece together the circumstances surrounding the event that claimed the young man's life.

Amsterdam World

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

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