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Car Strikes Crowd at Dutch Christmas Parade, Nine Injured

Police say early findings point to an accident, with a 56-year-old local driver detained.

Overview

  • The incident occurred around 6 p.m. Monday in Nunspeet during an illuminated parade of decorated tractors and trucks scheduled to pass through Elburg and nearby towns.
  • Nine people were injured, including at least three in serious condition, according to Dutch police.
  • The driver, a 56-year-old woman from the municipality, was slightly injured and taken into custody as is customary in serious traffic accidents, police said.
  • Investigators report no indication at this stage that the crash was deliberate, and the inquiry into the circumstances is ongoing.
  • Emergency services deployed multiple ambulances, fire and police units, and a medical helicopter; the parade was halted and political leader Rob Jetten publicly thanked responders and expressed sympathy for victims.