Police hunt for witnesses after violent street robbery in Utrecht
A violent street robbery in Utrecht left a victim injured after a struggle with two masked suspects. Police urge witnesses or anyone with footage to come forward as the investigation continues.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Soestdijksekade, Utrecht |
| Date & Time | March 31 - April 1, 2026, around 02:25 AM |
| Suspects | Two men, wearing balaclavas and dark clothing, one on a moped |
| Victims | Two men, one injured during struggle |
| Escape Route | Fled on moped via Staverdenstraat |
| Police Contact | 0900-8844 or online tips |
The Dutch police are responsible for maintaining public order and safety, investigating crimes, and appealing to the public for assistance in ongoing cases. This includes gathering witness statements and evidence to solve violent incidents like robberies.
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Witnesses sought in street robbery
On Soestdijksekade, a street robbery took place in the night from Tuesday, March 31 to Wednesday, April 1. The police are investigating the case and are appealing to witnesses to come forward.
The police received a report of the street robbery around 02:25 AM. Shortly before that, two men were walking on Soestdijksekade when two suspects approached them running. They were wearing balaclavas and dark clothing.
Robbed
The victims fled in the direction of Soestdijkseplein. This led to a chase between the suspects and one of the victims. One of the suspects ran after him, while the other followed on a moped.
When the victim stopped running, a struggle ensued between him and one of the suspects. During this struggle, the victim was struck with a weapon and subsequently robbed. The suspects then fled on the moped via Staverdenstraat.
Investigation
The investigation into this street robbery is ongoing, and the police would like to get in touch with witnesses. Did you see anything unusual in the night from March 31 to April 1 in the area around Soestdijksekade? Or do you have any other information that could be relevant to this investigation, such as CCTV footage? Please let us know using the options below.
Call the police
0900-8844
Respond online
- Report Crime Anonymously
- Report by phone or online
- Submit a tip via the form
- You can also add photos or videos