5 Wounded In Netherlands Stabbing Incident

At least five people have been wounded in a stabbing incident near Amsterdam’s central Dam Square, according to the police.

Officers reported that the incident took place on Sint Nicolaasstraat, close to Dam Square, and that several people had been injured. The police have cordoned off the area and are investigating the incident.

A suspect has been arrested, but authorities have yet to determine the motive behind the attack. Police have also called on the public to provide any footage or information related to the stabbing through their social media channels.

Emergency responders, including multiple ambulances and a trauma helicopter, were deployed to the scene to assist the injured. The situation also disrupted a city council meeting that was being held at the time, involving Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the police have urged anyone with information to come forward.