Amsterdam teen arrested for armed pharmacy robbery in Landsmeer
A 19-year-old Amsterdam man has been arrested for robbing a Landsmeer pharmacy at knifepoint last September. The suspect threatened staff and escaped with cash, leaving the community shaken. He will face an investigating judge this week.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Suspect | 19-year-old man from Amsterdam |
| Location | Pharmacy on Zuideinde, Landsmeer |
| Date of Robbery | September 8, 2025 |
| Time of Robbery | Around 10:45 a.m. |
| Weapon Used | Knife |
| Escape Vehicle | Black fatbike |
| Arrest Date | March 16, 2026 |
| Next Court Appearance | March 19, 2026 (investigating judge) |
The Dutch police are responsible for investigating criminal offenses, including armed robberies, and ensuring public safety. This arrest follows a months-long investigation to bring the suspect to justice and restore a sense of security in the community.
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Man arrested in investigation into armed robbery at pharmacy in Landsmeer
On Monday, March 16, police arrested a 19-year-old man from Amsterdam. He is suspected of carrying out an armed robbery at a pharmacy in Landsmeer on Monday, September 8, 2025.
Robbery
A pharmacy on Zuideinde in Landsmeer was robbed by a man wielding a knife on that Monday morning around 10:45 a.m. The robber threatened the staff present and fled with a sum of money. The suspect escaped on a black fatbike. Despite a search operation in the area, the man was not found at the time. Investigative work led to the arrest of the 19-year-old suspect on Monday, March 16. He will appear before the investigating judge on Thursday, March 19.
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