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The Hague Anti-Asylum Rally Turns Violent as Police Report 37 Arrests

Investigators are mining footage for suspects before the October 29 vote.

Overview

  • Thousands attended the Sept. 20 protest, with roughly 1,500 later blocking the A12 as police deployed water cannon and tear gas to disperse crowds.
  • One police vehicle was set ablaze and windows at the D66 party office were smashed as unrest spread into the city center.
  • Authorities now count 37 arrests after an initial tally around 30, and they indicated additional detentions could follow based on video evidence.
  • Several injuries were reported, including police officers and journalists, with Algemeen Dagblad citing four officers and seven media workers hurt.
  • Leaders across the spectrum condemned the violence, Geert Wilders labeled the rioters “idiots,” and organizer “Els Rechts” distanced herself as reports noted extremist symbols and hooligan involvement.