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Police fires warning shots during chase and arrests four men

Police fires warning shots during chase and arrests four men

Area: Almkerk

On the evening of January 15, the police arrested four men for threats. Three suspects fled, prompting warning shots to be fired.

At around 21:30, the police received a report of a threat involving a firearm at a residence on De Ster, with two minor girls involved. Multiple units responded immediately.

Warning Shots

Three men ignored police instructions and fled. Officers pursued them on foot. Due to the seriousness of the situation and the fact that the suspects refused to stop, warning shots were fired. They were eventually apprehended.

Suspects

The arrested men include a 17-year-old from Uden, a 17-year-old from Nistelrode, an 18-year-old from Veghel, and a 17-year-old from Oss. All are still in custody. The victims and suspects are known to each other. No one was injured, and the police are conducting further investigations.

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Source published: 16 January 2025
Source last updated: 16 January 2025
Published on Openrijk: 16 January 2025
Source: Politie