The robbery took place on Saturday evening, September 20, around 10:00 PM. A man was cycling on the Groene Loper, near the Marathonweg, when he was confronted by a group of young people. A scuffle ensued, after which the victim was violently robbed. He had to be taken to the hospital for treatment.
Investigation Continues
The arrests represent an important step in the investigation, but the investigative team continues the inquiry unabated.
Witnesses Wanted
The police are still looking for witnesses who may have seen or heard something that evening. Do you have information or camera footage (for example, from a doorbell camera, dashcam, or security camera)? Please contact the police at 0900-8844. Prefer to report anonymously? You can do so via Meld Misdaad Anoniem at 0800-7000. Even small details can be of great value.
Police Force
Source published: 8 October 25
Two Arrests in Investigation into Violent Robbery in Maastricht
Gebied: Maastricht
On Wednesday, October 8, the police arrested two young people in the investigation into a violent robbery on the Groene Loper in Maastricht. They are a 17-year-old and a 15-year-old boy from Maastricht.