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Men severely assaulted and robbed during date, possibly more victims

Men severely assaulted and robbed during date, possibly more victims

A 35-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested for severely assaulting and robbing two men he met through a dating platform at his residence in the Wallen district. The suspect allegedly forced his victims to transfer money to his account, and police believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.

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