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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.

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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.

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  • A knife-wielding assailant injured five people in a stabbing attack near Dam Square, prompting a police response that included an air ambulance and a civilian helping to detain the suspect.
  • The police confirmed that the motive behind the attack remains unclear, and they are conducting a forensic investigation of the area while calling for public assistance in providing footage of the incident.
  • Initial reports varied on the number of victims, but ultimately confirmed five injuries along with an injury sustained by the suspect himself.

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