Mayor Ryan Palmen of Horst aan de Maas will discuss the possible suspension of the carnival festivities on Tuesday with catering entrepreneurs. On Monday evening, a 21-year-old boy was stabbed to death on Sint Lambertusplein.
“Then carnival no longer exists,” says Palmen.
‘Chop in’
The mayor called the incident “horrible”. “It has such a big impact on the community.” Palmen indicates that the catering industry has handled the incident very well. “They checked and shut everything down in a dignified way.”
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It is not yet clear whether the festivities will continue on Tuesday in Horst. “We’ll make a tour of the catering industry.” The mayor leaves it up to the entrepreneurs whether they want to cancel the events or offer an opportunity to get together.
stabbing
At around 7:35 PM, a 21-year-old boy was stabbed for unknown reasons. He may have wanted to calm an argument. The victim suffered serious injuries and was resuscitated, but to no avail. Soon after, the festivities were instead halted. Witnesses and other involved were received in the town hall. According to Palmen, about 100 people were present. “There was sadness, disbelief and anger.”
By midnight Monday, a suspect was arrested. This was done on the basis of witness statements. Because of carnival, many people were present in the village center. The identity of the suspect has not yet been released.
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