haarlemsdagbladMay 8, 2026, 12:43

'There are no excuses for abusing my girlfriend': Uitgeest man sentenced to prison and community service for dealing and assault

A 23-year-old man from Uitgeest was sentenced to prison and community service for drug dealing and the violent assault of his girlfriend. The defendant, who already has a significant criminal record, admitted during the trial that there were no excuses for his actions, which included robbing his partner's phone.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

19-year-old man injured in Nieuwendijk stabbing, 18-year-old suspect arrested

A 19-year-old man was hospitalized following a stabbing incident on the Nieuwendijk in Amsterdam early this morning. An 18-year-old suspect was subsequently arrested after turning himself in to the police.

KNMI warns of severe wind gusts: branches may break off

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Young, armed, and ruthless: Scandinavian teenagers hired to carry out hits in Amsterdam and elsewhere

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