On the evening of March 30, the police received a report around 23:25 that an explosion had occurred at one of the entrance doors of the Mall of the Netherlands. A fire broke out as a result. The fire department extinguished the fire. So far, no one has been reported injured.

The investigation into the circumstances is in full swing. So far, no one has been arrested. According to witnesses, a boy/man ran away in the direction of Schout van Eijklaan in Leidschendam after the explosion. The police are calling on anyone who saw something unusual in the vicinity of the Mall of the Netherlands on Sunday evening before, during, or after the incident to report it via 0900-8844.
Previously, an explosion also occurred at this shopping center. Nothing can be said at this time about a possible connection; this is being investigated.

Do you have information?

The detectives are investigating this case. Residents with camera footage are asked to come forward. Information that can help the investigation is welcome. If you have seen something suspicious in the area or have camera footage showing something suspicious, or if you are aware of any conflicts related to this explosion, please contact the police via the tip line 0800-6070 or via the tip form. You can also report this anonymously via 0800-7000.