The action in Rotterdam followed a fatal shooting Monday in Amsterdam-Osdorp. There, a 33-year-old man was found dead in the hallway of a cellar box. According to the police, the murder is probably part of a conflict within the criminal environment. “We believe this was not a random victim,” a spokesperson previously said AT5.
Based on information from the ongoing investigation, two suspects were identified. The police suspected that these firearms-hazardous persons were in a home in Kralingen.
Firefight during raid
A firefight broke out during the arrest team’s raid. A police officer was hit, but remained unharmed thanks to his bulletproof vest. One of the suspects was also injured and died on the spot. The second suspect was arrested after being injured.
In a related investigation, a person was also arrested in Hoofddorp last night.
Investigation by National Criminal Investigation Department
The National Criminal Investigation Department has started an investigation into the use of force by the arrest team, as is usual in incidents where the police shoot at someone. In the meantime, the police are hoping for additional tips about the shooting in Osdorp. “Any clue can help to further solve this case,” the spokesperson said.