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IN BRIEF:
❓What Happened: A mass stabbing incident occurred, injuring at least five people.
👥 Who’s Involved: Authorities have apprehended a suspect. Police, emergency services, and a trauma helicopter attended the scene.
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📍 Where & When: Sint Nicolaasstraat near Dam Square, Amsterdam, just after 3:30 PM local time on March 27, 2025.
💬 Key Quote: A witness reported hearing an “icy scream,” which led to widespread panic.
⚠️ Impact: Affected tram services between Amsterdam Centraal and Dam Square, and a section of the city was cordoned off.
IN FULL:
A mass stabbing incident on Sint Nicolaasstraat near Amsterdam’s Dam Square resulted in injuries to at least five individuals on Thursday. Local authorities confirmed that a suspect is in custody, although no motive has been identified at this stage.
The attack transpired shortly after 3:30 PM local time. An individual described by witnesses emitted an alarming scream, coinciding with the onset of panic in the busy area. Responding to the chaos, police