Rotterdam man arrested for brutal assault after Feyenoord match
A 21-year-old man suffered severe injuries, including a broken eye socket, after being violently assaulted outside a café following a Feyenoord match. Police have arrested a 37-year-old suspect, who will face court for the attack.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Victim Age | 21 years old |
| Suspect Age | 37 years old |
| Location | Cor Kieboomplein, Rotterdam |
| Date of Incident | February 15, 2026 |
| Date of Arrest | March 19, 2026 |
| Injuries Sustained | Broken eye socket, 25 stitches |
| Event Context | After a Feyenoord football match |
| Suspect’s Hometown | Rotterdam |
The Rotterdam Police Department is responsible for maintaining public order and safety within the city. In this case, they conducted an investigation, reviewed CCTV footage, and interviewed witnesses to identify and arrest the suspect involved in the assault.
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Arrest for severe assault at Cor Kieboomplein
A 21-year-old man was severely assaulted outside a café at Cor Kieboomplein following a Feyenoord match. A 37-year-old Rotterdam man has been arrested in connection with the assault.
The victim had attended a Feyenoord match on Sunday, February 15. After the game, he went to a hospitality venue at Cor Kieboomplein with a friend. There, an unknown man struck him so hard in the face that he fell, lost consciousness, and had to be taken to the hospital. He sustained serious facial injuries, including a broken eye socket and required 25 stitches. Police immediately launched a search for the suspect in the area but were unable to locate him at the time. An investigation was launched, during which CCTV footage was reviewed and witnesses were interviewed. This led to the arrest of the 37-year-old Rotterdam man on Thursday, March 19. He will appear in court at a later date to answer for his actions.