The suspect is a 39-year-old man from the IJmond region without a fixed residence.
On Sunday, January 12, 2025, a third explosion occurred at the hospital on Vondellaan. For this explosion, the police were able to arrest a 37-year-old man from Beverwijk on Wednesday, January 15. He is still in custody. In mid-April, the judge will consider extending his pretrial detention.
It was previously reported that the investigation team believes there is a connection between the three explosions. The investigation team also assumes that the explosions were carried out on behalf of one client. Multiple arrests are not excluded.
More information? Contact the police
The police would like to get in touch with people who have more information about the incidents. Did you see what happened just before the explosions at this location, or did you see suspicious activities in the vicinity of the hospital around the time of the explosions? Images from the area are also welcome, so if your dashcam or doorbell camera is aimed at Vondellaan, Akerendamlaan, or Velserweg, please report this to the police via the contact form below. You can also call 0800-6070. Please do not forget to mention the case numbers.
If you provide tips via Meld Misdaad Anoniem, your information will reach the police, but your personal data will not be disclosed to the police. Call 0800-7000 or visit www.meldmisdaadanoniem.nl.
Case number for explosions on November 25 and 26, 2024: 2024263575
Case number for explosion on January 12, 2025: 2025008041