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Sunday, 2 November 2025 - 08:45

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Five arrested after fatal shooting in Rotterdam

Updated at 9:40 to say that the victim has died from his injuries and that the fourth suspect has been arrested.

A 20‑year‑old man has died after being found seriously injured early Sunday morning on Flying Dutchmanstraat in Rotterdam following reports of a shooting, police said. AD reported that the victim, who had no fixed residence, succumbed to his injuries after being taken to hospital.

Police initially arrested three people in connection with the incident. Two more suspects have since been taken into custody.

Emergency services responded to the scene after a report of gunfire around 6:30 a.m. The victim was found lying on the street with severe injuries.

Authorities say the exact circumstances remain unclear and that no further information can yet be made public as the investigation is ongoin

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