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British Tourist Honored for Stopping Amsterdam Knife Attack That Injured Five

A mass stabbing near Dam Square left five people injured, including two Americans, as a British bystander subdued the suspect, now under investigation.

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Police cordon the area as emergency services intervene where five person were wounded during a stabbing attack near the central Dam Square in Amsterdam on March 27, 2025. A suspect was placed into custody. "We currently have no information about the cause or motive of the stabbing incident. This is part of our investigation," police said in a statement. There was no immediate information on the condition of those wounded. (Photo by Simon Lenskens / various sources / AFP) / Netherlands OUT (Photo by SIMON LENSKENS/ANP/Inter Visual Studio/AFP via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Five people, including two Americans, were injured in a stabbing spree near Amsterdam's Dam Square on March 27, 2025.
  • The victims, aged 19 to 73, represent multiple nationalities, highlighting the international impact of the attack.
  • A British tourist tackled and restrained the suspect, preventing further harm and earning a hero’s medal from Amsterdam's mayor.
  • Authorities are investigating the suspect's identity and motive, considering the possibility of random targeting.
  • All victims are in stable condition, and the suspect remains in custody after sustaining a leg injury during his arrest.