In the early hours of Friday, December 6, 2024, the police received a report of a suspicious situation at a residence on Madepolderweg around 0:15 AM. Several individuals entered the house and subsequently robbed the residents under threat of a firearm. Upon the polices arrival, the suspects fled with the stolen goods. During the escape, an 18-year-old man from The Hague was apprehended. The police initiated a large investigation which led to the arrest of a 20-year-old suspect from The Hague on Wednesday, February 5.
Team West
In the search for the remaining suspects, the investigative program Team West sought attention for the home invasion. A flyer campaign in the vicinity of Madepolderweg called on witnesses to come forward to the police. Ultimately, on Thursday, April 3, two more suspects could be arrested.