80,000 euros worth of equipment stolen from Amsterdam nightclub The Other Side: 'Even the smoke machine was taken'
The Amsterdam nightclub The Other Side suffered a burglary involving the theft of 80,000 euros in technical equipment, leaving the venue unable to operate. The owners have launched a crowdfunding campaign to recover from the losses and plan to host a community dinner while working toward a full reopening.
Burglars broke into the Amsterdam nightclub The Other Side in the early hours of the morning, stealing approximately 80,000 euros worth of technical equipment. Owners Doeshka Vrede and Jasper Löwik discovered the break-in after an alarm was triggered, prompting them to alert the authorities immediately. The stolen items include essential gear such as DJ equipment, mixers, and a smoke machine, leaving the venue's existing speaker system non-functional. Although security camera footage suggests the involvement of two to four perpetrators, the exact number remains unconfirmed as the suspects escaped before police arrived.
Beyond the technical loss, the intruders damaged the building and stole wallets from the venue's lost-and-found collection. Because the club operates as a cashless facility, the burglars left empty-handed regarding cash. The owners are now in shock but are determined to continue operations, launching a crowdfunding campaign to replace the stolen assets. While it remains uncertain when the club will fully reopen, they plan to hold a community dinner this Friday to gather support.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
