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IJmond youth violence trial: Attempted manslaughter suspect in court today

An 18-year-old man from IJmuiden is appearing in court today on charges of attempted manslaughter following a wave of severe youth violence that recently destabilized the IJmond region. The violence, fueled by social media videos of kidnappings and assaults between rival groups, led to multiple arrests and the temporary closure of several schools in September. While four suspects remain in custody, authorities are still searching for a 21-year-old accomplice linked to the incidents.

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