Police find weapons cache and foot of suspect in Osdorp explosion debris
Prosecutors have revealed that a weapons cache and equipment for bank robberies were discovered in the debris of a massive basement explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp. The two suspects, Yassine B. and Nawfal T., were allegedly preparing explosives when the blast occurred, which caused widespread property damage and injured seven people.
Following a massive explosion in a basement storage unit in Amsterdam-Osdorp three months ago, prosecutors have revealed that a weapons cache and materials for explosive bank robberies were discovered in the debris. Investigators also found the severed foot of suspect Yassine B., who, along with co-defendant Nawfal T., faces charges related to the blast. The explosion caused significant structural damage to the building, which housed a gym, forced hundreds of residents to evacuate, and resulted in injuries to seven people. Prosecutors linked the suspects to the storage area through DNA evidence and security footage, suggesting they were preparing explosives when the blast occurred.
Both suspects suffered severe injuries in the incident. Yassine B. underwent a coma and is missing both legs and parts of a hand, while Nawfal T. remains in custody after hospital treatment. Prosecutors highlighted a culture of intimidation surrounding the site, noting that witnesses were too afraid to speak to police due to potential retaliation. Defense attorneys for both men have requested their release from custody, arguing that the likelihood of recidivism is low and that the prosecution cannot prove the explosion was intentional.
Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
