Hostage situation in nightclub in the Netherlands involving armed man with weapons and explosives

Published: 30 March 2024 at 11:20

In the town of Ede, Netherlands, a man armed with weapons and explosives took several people hostage in Cafe Petticoat nightclub. Three hostages have been released, but the situation remains ongoing. The man threatened to blow up the nightclub and entered it at closing time. The incident is not believed to be terror-related. Nearby homes were evacuated, and a significant police presence was seen in the area.

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