The situation caused much concern among residents over the past few days, who repeatedly contacted the neighborhood officer. According to reports, the elderly woman threatened her neighbors with a rake and insulted them. Furthermore, posters with discriminatory slogans were reportedly hung in the village. This led to outrage among the residents, who relentlessly tore the posters down from the walls.
Stop Conversation
The neighborhood officer visited the woman this week and requested her to stop her behavior. Unfortunately, she showed little understanding and continued her actions.
Police officers took the woman to the police station on Wednesday afternoon, March 19, where she may reflect on her behavior. She has been arrested on suspicion of inciting discrimination and disturbing public order. The police are conducting further investigations.
Report Discrimination!
Discrimination based on religion, belief, political opinion, race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or any other ground is not permitted. This is stated in the first article of the Dutch constitution. The police enforce the law and assist in combating discrimination.
Do you feel discriminated against and want to report it? You can use this form for that. The police will not conduct further investigations but will register your report. If the discrimination does not stop, earlier reports will help the police to act more effectively.