The Public Prosecution Service has today demanded community service sentences ranging from 60 to 80 hours against three minors involved in the riots in Scheveningen. According to the Public Prosecution Service, the youths are guilty of open violence against the police.
On Thursday evening, May 1, a group of youths turned against the police in Scheveningen. The mobile unit intervened but was pelted with stones, bicycles, and glass. Many damages were also caused in the area, including to street furniture and entrepreneurs property.
The suspects - aged 14, 15, and 17 at the time - were part of that group. Footage from cameras, in which they were recognized, shows that they contributed to the violence.
Community Service
The juvenile court convicted three suspects of open violence and imposed community service sentences of 30 to 70 hours. Consideration was given to the age and personal circumstances of the youths, as well as the severity and impact of the disturbances. A 19-year-old man received a community service sentence of 70 hours with special conditions, as demanded.
The investigation into the camera footage to recognize and apprehend more suspects is still ongoing. A total of 19 suspects have now been arrested in the investigation into the riots in Scheveningen. Another thematic hearing is scheduled for October 24.
