Steekpartij Rotterdam: What Happened at Erasmusbrug?
Details of the Steekpartij Rotterdam Incident
On Thursday evening, a stabbing incident occurred near the Erasmusbrug in Rotterdam. The victims were identified as a 32-year-old local resident and a 33-year-old man from Switzerland. Tragically, the Rotterdam resident lost his life.
Sequence of Events
- The altercation reportedly began in the parking garage beneath the Erasmusbrug.
- The suspect, armed with two long knives, attacked the first victim.
- He then ascended the staircase and assaulted a second victim at the foot of the bridge.
- Eyewitnesses reported hearing the suspect shout 'Allahoe akbar' during the attack.
Ongoing Investigation
The police are investigating whether there was a terrorist motive behind the incident. The suspect, known to law enforcement, had previous interactions with the police, though details remain undisclosed. The connection to the terrorist threat is currently unverified, as officers continue their inquiries.
Witness Accounts
One witness, a personal trainer who was conducting a session at the time, described hearing screams, initially mistaking the chaos for a fight. Upon investigation, he observed the attacker wielding two knives, leading to a panic among those present.
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