The security of the ministry suspected the man could pose a threat and immediately activated the evacuation alarm. As a result, the entire building was evacuated, and employees stood outside. CCTV footage has shown that the man left the building again. Afterwards, the building was released, and employees could return inside.
The man was present at the court session with a lawyer and was not in custody. His identity is known, and a report may be filed against him for trespassing.
Police Force
Source published: 16 January 2025
Ministry evacuated after man trespasses
Gebied: Den Haag
Around noon, a man unlawfully entered the Ministry of EZK by slipping in with an employee. He had just walked out early from a session at the nearby Palace of Justice, where the judge wanted to keep him for the verdict. He was followed by several staff members of the public prosecution police.