At least five people sustained injuries in a stabbing incident at Dam Square, according to Amsterdam police. Authorities have taken a suspect into custody.
The attack took place shortly before 3:30 PM, leading to a massive police deployment, which included 14 patrol cars, a motorcycle officer, a trauma helicopter, and several ambulances.
A large security perimeter was established around Sint Nicolaasstraat and Dam Square. The motive behind the stabbing remains unknown, but police had received a robbery report prior to the incident.
Multiple people were injured in a stabbing attack at Sint Nicolaasstraat, Amsterdam. Authorities cordoned off Dam Square. Emergency services sent five ambulances and a trauma helicopter. The motive and possible terrorist link are unconfirmed, and the number of victims is unclear. pic.twitter.com/l1p04uUhOd
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