rssSep 2, 2026, 08:40

Two injured in hospital after traffic accident on Piet Heinkade

A pedestrian and a motor scooter driver were seriously injured in a traffic accident on the Piet Heinkade in Amsterdam-Oost late yesterday evening. Emergency services, including a medical team, transported both victims to the hospital, and local police are currently investigating the cause of the collision.

A serious traffic accident occurred late yesterday evening on the Piet Heinkade road in Amsterdam-Oost. The collision, which took place shortly before 11:30 p.m., involved a pedestrian and the rider of a motor scooter. Both individuals sustained severe injuries during the incident and required urgent medical attention at the scene. Emergency responders, including police officers, two ambulances, and a mobile medical team, were dispatched to the location to provide assistance. Following the stabilization of the victims, they were transported to a hospital for further treatment. Local law enforcement officials have initiated a formal investigation to determine the exact circumstances and causes surrounding the collision. No further details regarding the conditions of the victims or potential witnesses have been released at this time as the authorities continue their inquiries into the event.

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