Around 18:05, the emergency services were called about an accident with serious injuries. Officers arrived on the scene and found two injured individuals. They were on the motorcycle involved in the accident. Immediate first aid was started. The passenger was so seriously injured that resuscitation was initiated. Arriving ambulance personnel took over care. Unfortunately, all medical assistance for the passenger was in vain. He died on the spot from his injuries. The motorcycle driver - a 24-year-old man from Amsterdam - was transported to the hospital and detained there. After treatment in the hospital, he was transferred to the detention center. The driver of the car - a 48-year-old man from Amsterdam - was also arrested.
Witnesses sought
The Traffic Investigation Team (OTV) and Traffic Accident Analysis (VOA) are investigating the circumstances of the accident. The OTV is still looking for witnesses and would also like to receive (dashcam) footage of the accident and the moments leading up to it. If you have camera footage, please share it with the police. This can be done via the tip form below. Or call the police at 0900-8844.
Victim Support
Experiencing a traffic accident is very impactful. Therefore, as a witness, you can turn to Victim Support for assistance. The support provided by Victim Support is always free. Call 0900-0101 or leave a message on the Victim Support website requesting contact.
Police Force
Source published: 5 June 25
Witnesses sought in fatal accident Pieter Calandlaan
Gebied: Amsterdam
In a traffic accident on Wednesday evening, June 4, a 22-year-old man from Amsterdam died. He was a passenger on a motorcycle that collided with a car. The motorcycle driver - a 24-year-old man from Amsterdam - was injured. The accident occurred around 18:05 on Pieter Calandlaan in Amsterdam. The police are conducting a full investigation and are calling on witnesses to come forward.