paroolOct 26, 2026, 14:23

Two men (27) injured after severe assault on Prins Hendrikkade in Amsterdam-Centrum

Two 27-year-old men were left injured after a severe assault on the Prins Hendrikkade in Amsterdam-Centrum late Saturday night. Police are investigating the incident and have requested witnesses or anyone with surveillance footage to come forward.

Two 27-year-old men were severely assaulted while walking from Stationsplein toward Damrak in Amsterdam-Centrum on Saturday evening. The attack occurred around 10:30 PM near the Victoria Hotel on the Prins Hendrikkade. Both victims sustained injuries, and one man was rushed to the hospital with serious wounds. Authorities are still investigating the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police suspect that multiple individuals were involved in the assault and are currently seeking assistance from the public to identify the attackers. They have issued an appeal for any potential witnesses to come forward with information. Furthermore, investigators are asking anyone who may have captured relevant footage of the altercation or the surrounding area at the time of the event to contact them immediately to assist with the ongoing criminal inquiry.

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

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