Netherlands: Emergency services are on the site of a reported shooting in Amsterdam-Noord May 19

Event

Emergency services are responding to a shooting in the Amsterdam-Noord area, around Meeuwenlaan, in Amsterdam the afternoon of May 19. Police have confirmed the shooting took place around 14:15 prompting a police chase. Unconfirmed media reports suggest the chase ended in Broek in Waterland, a village north of Amsterdam, with police apprehending the suspects. Media reports also suggest the incident was related to an attempted robbery. Police have not indicated any ongoing threat to the public.

Authorities will maintain an increased security presence around the incident sites in the coming hours, likely prompting localized transport disruptions.

Advice

Heed instructions from security services. Check for transport disruptions and allow extra time for travel if operating in the immediate impact area.