British Tourist Honored for Stopping Knife Attack Near Amsterdam's Royal Palace

A 30-year-old Ukrainian suspect injured five people in a knife attack, with investigations into the unclear motive ongoing.

The knife attack on March 27, 2025, near Amsterdam's Royal Palace injured five individuals, two seriously, including victims from Amsterdam, Belgium, Poland, and the United States.
The suspect, a 30-year-old man from eastern Ukraine, was subdued by a British tourist before being arrested by police.
The suspect’s identity was initially unclear due to conflicting documents but has now been confirmed by authorities.
The heroic intervention of the British tourist has been recognized with a bravery medal by Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema.
The suspect, treated for a leg injury before being taken into custody, is set to appear before a magistrate on March 31, 2025, as investigations into his motive continue.