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Arrest After Arson of Waste Container

Arrest After Arson of Waste Container

Area: Alkmaar

On the night of January 17 to 18, the police arrested a man for arson of a waste container in Oudorp, Alkmaar. The 39-year-old suspect is being interrogated, and it is being investigated whether he is also responsible for other container fires.

In Oudorp, there have been fifteen container fires since November 2024. The police have launched an investigation. This led to the arrest of the suspect on January 17. He is being interrogated, and the investigation into his involvement in other fires continues.

Witness Call
Do you have information about the container fires? Contact the police at 0900-8844. You can also tip anonymously via Meld Misdaad Anoniem (M) at 0800-7000. Camera footage is also welcome; upload it via the tip form and mention case number: 2025012324

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Source published: 18 January 2025
Source last updated: 18 January 2025
Published on Openrijk: 19 January 2025
Source: Politie