At approximately 10:10 PM, officers received a report that an explosion had occurred at a residence on Lukas Schoonderwoerdstraat. The residents had already largely cleared the area, making forensic investigation impossible at that time. Although the house suffered significant damage, no one was injured. A witness reported seeing someone running away shortly after the explosion. No arrests have been made so far.
Following the explosion, the mayor of Hillegom decided to urgently close the house for a period of six weeks.
The Leiden-Bollenstreek district police are investigating the case. Whether there is a connection to two recent explosions in Hillegom is part of the investigation. The police would like to hear from witnesses or anyone with information about the explosion and its possible causes. If you have information, please contact the police at 0900-8844. Prefer to remain anonymous? Call M. 0800-7000
