The National Investigation Service has launched an investigation following the death of a detainee on the night of Wednesday, July 16 to Thursday, July 17.
In a cell at the main police station in Rotterdam, a 51-year-old detainee fell ill that night. When officers noticed this, he was taken to the hospital. There, the man passed away.
National Investigation Service
It is common for the National Investigation Service to conduct investigations in such cases to determine the cause of death. The National Investigation Service is part of the Public Prosecution Service, and the investigation is led by a public prosecutor.
Due to the ongoing investigation, no further statements can be made.