NOS Nieuws • gisteren, 08:56
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Opnieuw was er gisternacht een zware explosie midden in een woonwijk, dit keer in Amsterdam-Osdorp. Bij de ontploffing raakten zeven mensen gewond en ontstond een enorme ravage.
De politie hield meerdere mensen aan en nam een aantal auto's in beslag. Buurtbewoners zeggen (opent in nieuw venster) tegen Het Parool dat een groep tieners en twintigers in een kelderbox bezig was met het inpakken van explosieven. Die zouden bedoeld zijn om een plofkraak in Duitsland mee te plegen.
De explosie in Amsterdam is niet de eerste in een woonwijk. In Rotterdam-Zuid explodeerde in januari 2024 een drugslab, waarbij drie doden vielen en tientallen woningen zwaar beschadigd raakten. Aan het einde van datzelfde jaar was de verwoestende explosie aan de Tarwekamp in Den Haag. Zes mensen kwamen om het leven en meerdere woningen stortten in. Ook afgelopen jaar was het aantal aanslagen met explosieven onverminderd hoog .
"De onveiligheid in woonwijken is toegenomen", zegt criminoloog Emile Kolthoff, verbonden aan de Open Universiteit. "Door bijvoorbeeld plofkrakers, maar ook door drugslabs en opslagplaatsen voor spullen die daarvoor nodig zijn."
Drugscriminelen gaan steeds onvoorzichtiger te werk, zegt Kolthoff. De criminoloog wijt dat aan toegenomen concurrentie. "De bendes beconcurreren elkaar, dus ze verliezen nog weleens wat."
Om die reden nemen drugscriminelen volgens hem grote risico's. "De hoeveelheden drugs zijn steeds groter en de methodes gevaarlijker."
Plofkrakers zijn een heel andere categorie criminelen, zegt Kolthoff. "Zij zijn veel minder professioneel georganiseerd. Het zijn amateurs, jongens die gaan voor het snelle geld."
Zij gaan vaak slordig te werk bij het maken van explosieven, zegt criminoloog Jasper van der Kemp van de Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. "Ze halen flitspoeder uit illegaal vuurwerk en bundelen dat. Als je poeder van verschillende soorten vuurwerk bij elkaar stopt, heb je natuurlijk geen idee hoe groot die explosie wordt."
Bovendien is er tegenwoordig vanwege de beveiliging veel meer explosief materiaal nodig dan vroeger om een geldautomaat op te blazen, zegt Van der Kemp.
Ook explosieven bij andere aanslagen worden vaak gemaakt met flitspoeder, zegt Van der Kemp. Er zou volgens hem meer opsporing moeten komen naar illegaal vuurwerk om het aantal explosies terug te dringen.
"Het probleem is dat er nu te weinig zicht is op illegaal vuurwerk. Vaak ligt het waarschijnlijk gewoon opgeslagen in kelderboxen en woningen."
Toch heeft opsporing hiervan nog niet de hoogste prioriteit, zegt hij. "Deels vanwege een gebrek aan capaciteit, deels omdat bezit van illegaal vuurwerk op zichzelf geen zware overtreding is."
De wijken in
Ook gemeenten hebben een rol bij het terugdringen van criminaliteit in woonwijken, zegt Kolthoff. Zo kan goede verlichting en straatmeubilair al helpen, stelt hij.
Daarnaast is het volgens de criminoloog belangrijk dat jongerenwerkers vaker aanwezig zijn op straat. Hierop werd flink bezuinigd in de afgelopen tien jaar, zegt hij. "Er zat vreselijk de klad in. Daardoor was er nog maar weinig zicht op de netwerken waar jongeren in zitten."
Een ander probleem is volgens Kolthoff dat handhavers en andere ambtenaren bepaalde wijken liever meden. Inmiddels is het besef wel doorgedrongen dat aanwezigheid in die wijken echt nodig is, constateert hij. "Maar wat je hebt afgebroken, bouw je niet zomaar weer op."
Wat precies de oorzaak van de explosie in Amsterdam-Osdorp is, is vooralsnog niet bevestigd. De politie zegt nog rekening te houden met alle scenario's.
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NOS NieuwsState / PublicCenter4 days agoThe Amsterdam police suspect criminal activities involving explosives caused a major explosion in the Osdorp neighborhood last week. The Public Prosecution Service (OM) has identified two suspects, aged 23 and 24, who are accused of causing the explosion, endangering lives, preparing explosions, and possessing explosives. Both suspects were injured during the incident, with reports indicating severe injuries including the loss of a leg and an arm for one of them. The court has extended their pre-trial detention for two weeks. A third suspect remains at large. The explosion occurred in a shed附属
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information without overtly biased language or framing. It reports on the investigation, suspects, and consequences of the explosion without taking a clear stance or emphasizing one perspective over another.
Official sources cited
- government Openbaar Ministerie
- press release Het Parool
De TelegraafIndependentCenter6 days agoTwo of three suspects in the Amsterdam explosion case remain in custody.
Bias read (Center): The article reports a factual update on the legal status of suspects without apparent framing or slant. It does not include commentary, opinion, or biased language.
NOS NieuwsState / PublicCenter6 days ago Amsterdamers are held longer after a heavy explosion in OsdorpTwo of three suspects arrested following a major explosion in Amsterdam's Osdorp neighborhood have been placed under longer detention. The suspects, aged 24 and 25, were arrested last Friday. A third suspect remains at large but is still under investigation. The Public Prosecution Service has not yet disclosed the nature of the charges against them. The explosion occurred in a building adjacent to an apartment complex on Osdorper Ban in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, causing significant damage and injuring seven people. Approximately 400 residents had to evacuate their homes. Authorities have not yet确定
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information without overtly biased language or selective sourcing. It reports on legal actions taken by authorities and includes quotes from officials and residents without apparent ideological framing.
Official sources cited
- government Openbaar Ministerie
- government Politie
- government Burgemeester Halsema
De TelegraafIndependentCenter8 days ago Three people arrested for bombing in AmsterdamThree individuals were arrested in connection with an explosion in Amsterdam.
Bias read (Center): The article reports a factual event without apparent ideological framing, word-choice, or emphasis that suggests a political leaning. It does not include commentary or context that would indicate a particular bias.
de VolkskrantIndependent🔒Center8 days agoThree individuals have been detained in connection with an explosion in Amsterdam.
Bias read (Center): The article reports a factual event without apparent ideological framing, word-choice, or emphasis that suggests a particular political leaning. It does not include commentary or context that would indicate a left or right slant.
NOS NieuwsState / PublicCenter8 days ago Amsterdam explosion was the second in the residential area: 'Insecurity increases'A powerful explosion occurred in a residential area of Amsterdam-Osdorp, injuring seven people and causing significant damage. The police arrested multiple individuals and seized several cars. Local residents reported that a group of teenagers and young adults were packing explosives in a basement unit intended for a planned robbery in Germany. This incident follows previous explosions in other Dutch cities, including Rotterdam-Zuid and Den Haag. Criminologist Emile Kolthoff notes an increase in insecurity in residential areas due to factors such as explosive crimes, drug labs, and storage of违
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an explosion and related criminal activity without overtly favoring any political perspective. It includes quotes from a criminologist and references specific incidents without apparent ideological framing.
NOS NieuwsState / PublicCenter8 days ago No people found under debris from the bombing AmsterdamNo casualties were found under the rubble of an exploded building in Amsterdam. The search for possible victims has been concluded by the fire department. Earlier fears suggested people might have been trapped beneath the debris. There is no longer a risk of new explosions. The police will resume their investigation tomorrow morning. Emergency services spent hours today carefully demolishing parts of the building, considering the possibility that people could still be trapped. There were reports of potential explosives present. A heavy explosion occurred around midnight at a building in New-Wa
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information without apparent ideological framing. It focuses on the event itself, including details about the search for victims, the absence of further threats, and the ongoing investigation. No clear bias or slanted language is evident.
Official sources cited
- government Fire Department
- government Police
De TelegraafIndependentCenter9 days ago Seven injured after explosion and major fire under apartment building in Amsterdam: possibly still people under rubbleSeven people were injured after an explosion and large fire under an apartment building in Amsterdam. It is possible that there are still people trapped under the rubble.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on an incident involving an explosion and fire with injuries, which is a factual event without inherent political bias. The focus is on the emergency response and the situation at the scene, with no indication of ideological framing or partisan emphasis.
De TelegraafIndependentCenter9 days ago Huge damage after explosion Amsterdam: evacuation without precautionsA large explosion caused significant damage in Amsterdam, leading to precautionary evacuations.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on an explosion with physical damage and evacuation measures, without any apparent ideological framing or political commentary.
NOS NieuwsState / PublicCenter9 days ago Several arrests after the heavy explosion in Amsterdam, including seizures of carsThe police have arrested multiple individuals and seized several cars following a heavy explosion at a gym in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The exact time of the arrests and the reasons behind them have not been disclosed. No new information has been shared regarding the possible cause of the explosion. Emergency services are still searching for potential victims and have not yet entered the building. Investigators are reviewing camera footage and speaking with local residents outside the building. A powerful explosion occurred around midnight at the gym, which is open day and night. Seven people were
Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of an incident involving an explosion, arrests, and emergency response without apparent ideological framing or biased language.
De TelegraafIndependentCenter9 days ago Witnesses watch young people run and tear Audi away after huge bombing in Amsterdam: multiple arrestsWitnesses reported seeing young people running and an Audi speeding away after a large explosion in Amsterdam, leading to multiple arrests.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a criminal incident with no explicit political framing, word choice, or emphasis that suggests a particular ideological slant. It focuses on the event itself and the police response without taking a stance.
NOS NieuwsState / PublicCenter9 days ago Safety region: indications that people are still in the rubble of a gymEmergency services have indications that there may still be people trapped under the rubble of a sports hall destroyed by an explosion in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The building, which was open 24 hours a day, was severely damaged in the early hours of the morning. Seven injured individuals were rescued from the wreckage, two of whom are seriously hurt. Search efforts include drones and search dogs, and due to the risk of further collapse, the building is being partially dismantled stone by stone. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the explosion.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about an ongoing rescue operation following an explosion at a sports hall. It does not take a stance on any political issue, nor does it show bias in framing or sourcing. The focus is purely on the incident itself and the response by emergency services.
Official sources cited
- government Emergency Services Spokesperson
- government Police Statement
NU.nlParty-alignedCenter9 days agoTwo people were seriously injured in an explosion in Amsterdam. Authorities have ruled out a gas explosion as the cause.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on an incident involving an explosion and injuries, with no indication of political framing or bias. The focus is on factual details such as the number of casualties and the ruling out of a gas explosion as the cause.
De TelegraafIndependentCenter9 days ago Urgent call after explosion Amsterdam: Share footage with policeThe article reports on an explosion in Amsterdam and urges people to share footage with the police.
Bias read (Center): The article does not present any political content or framing. It focuses on a technical incident (explosion) and provides a public safety message without any ideological emphasis.
TrouwIndependent🔒Center9 days agoThe article reports on an explosion in Amsterdam, with all scenarios still open.
Bias read (Center): The article does not provide enough information to determine any political leaning. It simply states that all scenarios are still open following an explosion in Amsterdam.
NOS NieuwsState / PublicCenter14 days ago Home explosion in Eindhoven, three young men arrestedAn explosion occurred at a house in Eindhoven during the night. No one was injured, but the house sustained damage. Three young men were arrested by the police: two from The Hague aged 19 and 24, and one from Rotterdam aged 20. The explosion happened around 01:30 AM, and neighbors reported hearing a loud noise. Fire broke out in the front yard and hallway of the house. Local media reported that a gasoline-like smell was present on the street. The fire department and police quickly brought the fire under control. It is unknown how many people were inside the house when the explosion occurred. A
Bias read (Center): The article reports on an incident involving an explosion and subsequent arrests without taking a stance or showing bias toward any political perspective. The content focuses on factual details such as the time of the event, the individuals involved, and the response from emergency services.
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