Amsterdam mass stabbing: Five wounded, one arrested | What we know so far

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At least five people suffered injuries in a stabbing incident in Amsterdam on Thursday. The police have arrested one person.

The incident took place near Dam Square in the central part of the city. Soon after, the area was cordoned off and multiple ambulances and a trauma helicopter responded.

Ian Miles Cheong, a journalist, shared a video on X, claiming to be from the site of incident, which showed a helicopter landing.

BREAKING: There has been a mass stabbing in Amsterdam with five reported victims. pic.twitter.com/NGjxxGieTf
Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) March 27, 2025

When asked about a possible motive, Amsterdam police spokesperson Esther Izaks told The Associated Press that “it's too early to tell.”

The area is a popular tourist destination and visitors could still be seen on the top of the nearby Nieuwe Kerk, or New Church. Nearby public transportation has been halted.

Police urged people who may have witnessed the stabbing to come forward with any images that could assist in the investigation. No further details were immediately available.

Local media reported that a city council meeting involving Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema was interrupted because of the stabbing.

(With AP inputs)