Placement of Explosive
At around 9:34 PM, a report was received about a suspicious situation where multiple persons may have placed an object near a residence. On site, it was confirmed to be an explosive. The TEV secured the situation at the location, and for safety reasons approximately 10 homes were evacuated. There was no damage and no one was injured. The street has since been reopened and residents have returned to their homes.
Arrests
The police immediately started an investigation into the circumstances of the incident in the area. An extensive search in the vicinity led to two arrests. These involve a 40-year-old man from The Hague and a 23-year-old man from The Hague.
Connections
The police treat each incident as an individual case. Additionally, the police investigate, if there is reason, whether an incident is connected to other incidents. While the investigation is ongoing, no further information can be provided.
Do you have information?
The detectives are investigating the circumstances of the case. Residents with camera footage are asked to come forward. Information that can assist the investigation is welcome. Have you seen anything suspicious in the area or possibly have footage from cameras at Doctor H.E. van Geldererf in The Hague showing suspicious activity between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM? Or do you know of any (criminal or social) conflicts related to the placement of this explosive? Please contact the police via the tip line 0800-6070 or via the tip form. You can also report anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 0800-7000.