The police are investigating the incidents; some reports involve groping on the buttocks. Officers are also increasing patrols in the area around Kanaaldijk, which runs from Weesp through Diemen to Amsterdam. The municipality of Diemen has also installed cameras.
In such incidents, it is important that victims or witnesses call 112 immediately. This increases the chance of an arrest. Outside of the act, this is often difficult because victims usually only see the suspect from behind.
If you have witnessed an incident in this area and have not yet shared your information with the police, please report it. You can call 0900-8844. Prefer to remain anonymous? This is possible via Crime Stoppers at 0800-7000.