Violent casino robbery and fake police scams target elderly in Zuid-Holland
Residents in Zuid-Holland face rising crime threats, including a violent casino robbery in Zoetermeer and scams by fake police officers in Rijswijk and Voorburg. Elderly citizens are particularly at risk, with criminals using deception to steal valuables. Stay alert and report suspicious activity.
| Incident | Location | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casino Robbery | Zilverstraat, Zoetermeer | August 22, 2025 | Two men threatened employees with a firearm, assaulted one, and fled with cash. |
| Fake Police Officers Scam | Koninginnelaan, Rijswijk | February 10, 2026 | Elderly woman tricked into handing over valuables by impersonators posing as police. |
| Birthday Scam | Carel Vosmaerstraat, Voorburg | March 2026 | 89-year-old woman lured into home under false pretenses; burglars searched for valuables. |
| Suspect Footage | Various | Broadcast: March 20, 2026 | Team West to air footage of suspects in hopes of identification. |
The Dutch police are responsible for investigating criminal activities, ensuring public safety, and raising awareness about emerging threats. In this case, they are collaborating with local media like Team West to disseminate information and appeal to the public for assistance in identifying suspects.
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Robbery at Casino and Fake Police Officers Tonight on Team West
Tonight on Team West, we focus on a robbery at a casino where employees were threatened and assaulted with a firearm. We also share footage of fake police officers who made off with valuables belonging to an elderly woman.
Casino Robbery - Zilverstraat – Zoetermeer
Two men carried out a robbery at a casino on Zilverstraat in Zoetermeer on August 22, 2025, just after 05:30 AM. They forced an employee who was starting their shift inside at gunpoint from a nearby parking lot. Inside, another employee was assaulted. The suspects attempted to open the cash register and access the safe before fleeing with a sum of money. In tonight’s broadcast of Team West, we will show footage of the suspects in the hope that they will be recognized.
Con Artist Scam by Fake Police Officers - Koninginnelaan – Rijswijk
An elderly woman fell victim to a con artist scam by fake police officers on February 10, 2026. She received a call from a woman posing as a police officer, who claimed that burglars were active in her neighborhood. A "police officer" would visit her home to secure her valuables. The man who arrived at her door later made off with her personal belongings. Thanks to her doorbell camera, we can show footage of the suspect in tonight’s Team West broadcast in the hope that he will be identified.
Highlighted Current Affairs: Con Artist Scam - Carel Vosmaerstraat – Voorburg
In this segment of Team West, we highlight current affairs, drawing attention to recent incidents that occurred in the days leading up to the broadcast or noteworthy events we wish to address. This week, we focus on a notable form of fraud in Voorburg. An 89-year-old woman became a victim of a con artist scam on Carel Vosmaerstraat earlier this month. An unknown woman stood outside her door with a bouquet of flowers, congratulating her on her birthday. The elderly woman was not actually celebrating her birthday, and a conversation ensued. The suspect appeared friendly and managed to talk her way into the home. When the suspect left, two rooms were found ransacked, and the front door was left ajar, likely allowing more burglars to enter in search of valuables. Fortunately, nothing was stolen in this case, but we urge caution regarding this form of fraud. We also call on witnesses to come forward.
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