New to Pano? Start here

Mar 27th, 2025, 5:49 PM ET·World

Stabbing Attack in Amsterdam Leaves Five Wounded, One Arrested

Five people were seriously injured in a stabbing attack in Amsterdam's Dam Square. Police have arrested a suspect, with the motive still under investigation.


Summary

A summary of the key points of this story verified across multiple sources.

On Thursday afternoon, a stabbing attack occurred in central Amsterdam, wounding five individuals, including American and European nationals. The attack took place near Dam Square, where police swiftly cordoned off the area and arrested a suspect, who was assisted by a civilian. As confusion arose regarding the number of victims, authorities confirmed that a trauma helicopter was deployed to assist them. The motive remains unclear, and police are encouraging witnesses to provide evidence to aid the investigation. The incident has caused significant disruptions, including a city council meeting being interrupted.

Sources (5)

Compare coverage of this story from news outlets across the political spectrum.
  • Al Jazeera
  • The attack, occurring in a busy area of Amsterdam, highlights concerns regarding random acts of violence in public spaces, raising fears for public safety.
  • Victims included nationals from the United States and Belgium, raising questions about the safety of tourists in major European cities.
  • Authorities have not established the motive behind the attack, suggesting a lack of preparedness for such incidents.
Five wounded in Amsterdam stabbing attack, police say
Al JazeeraAl Jazeera·2M·
Leans Left
This outlet slightly leans left.

"…The motive behind the attack is currently unclear and under investigation."

FAQ

A list of follow-up questions readers often ask about this story.

No FAQs available for this story.

Stabbing Attack in Amsterdam Leaves Five Wounded, One Arrested - Pano News