Rotterdam court extends custody for 22-year-old suspect in fatal Zoutziederstraat shooting
A 22-year-old man remains in custody for his alleged role in a fatal shooting in Rotterdam on February 3, while a 23-year-old co-suspect has been released. The victim died from injuries sustained in the incident, prompting an ongoing large-scale police investigation.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Suspect (in custody) | 22-year-old from Rotterdam |
| Co-suspect (released) | 23-year-old, insufficient grounds for detention |
| Location | Zoutziederstraat, Rotterdam |
| Date of incident | February 3, 2026 |
| Victim status | Deceased after sustaining injuries |
| Investigation | Led by Large-Scale Investigation Team (TGO) |
| Firearm | Seized at the scene |
| Custody extension | 60 days |
The Rotterdam District Court and Public Prosecution Service play a critical role in determining pre-trial detention and overseeing criminal investigations. Their decisions ensure due process while balancing public safety and the rights of suspects during ongoing cases.
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22-year-old suspect in shooting incident on Zoutziederstraat held in custody longer, 23-year-old released
The 22-year-old suspect from Rotterdam, who is alleged to have been involved in a shooting incident at a residence on Zoutziederstraat in Rotterdam on Tuesday, February 3, appeared before the examining magistrate at the Rotterdam District Court today. The court extended his pre-trial detention by 60 days.
For the 23-year-old co-suspect, the Public Prosecution Service had already found insufficient serious grounds for detention. He has been released.
On the evening of Tuesday, February 3, police received a report of a shooting incident. Upon arrival, officers found the victim seriously injured in the residence. He later died from his injuries in the hospital. A firearm was also found and seized at the scene. Under the supervision of a public prosecutor, a Large-Scale Investigation Team (TGO) was launched and has been conducting ongoing investigations since then.
The investigation is still ongoing.