paroolOct 30, 2026, 16:13

Taxi driver violently robbed of his taxi in Southeast

A taxi driver was robbed of his black Tesla in Amsterdam-Zuidoost by two male passengers in the early hours of Thursday. Police are currently searching for witnesses and surveillance footage to help identify the two men involved.

A taxi driver was forcibly removed from his vehicle by two male passengers early Thursday morning in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. The incident occurred at approximately 3:20 a.m. upon arrival at the trip's destination, at which point the suspects ordered the driver out of the car and stole his black Tesla. The suspects had originally boarded the vehicle on the Overtoom.

Local authorities have launched an investigation into the carjacking and are currently seeking witnesses or any available camera footage that may assist in identifying the perpetrators. According to police descriptions, one suspect is approximately 2 meters tall with a dark complexion, while his accomplice is described as 1.75 meters tall with a light complexion and wearing a cap. Both men were dressed in black clothing at the time of the robbery. The police continue to urge anyone with information regarding the suspects or the stolen vehicle to come forward.

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

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