Fire in roof of home on Amsteldijk Noord
A fire caused significant damage to a detached house in Amstelveen on Thursday evening, shortly before the property was due to be transferred to new owners. Emergency services successfully contained the blaze, and police are currently investigating the possibility of arson.
A fire broke out at a detached house on Amsteldijk Noord 137 in Amstelveen around 8:50 p.m. on Thursday evening. The blaze primarily affected the upper floor of the property, but fire crews managed to contain the flames, preventing the fire from spreading to neighboring homes. No major issues for nearby residents were reported due to favorable weather conditions.
The property owner, Philippe Hes, confirmed that the house had recently been vacated by squatters who occupied the building during the summer. The residence, which had been sold for over 2.5 million euros, was scheduled to be officially transferred to its new owners in a few weeks. Following the incident, Hes expressed concern over the damage, which has complicated the final handover. Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire, as authorities have not yet ruled out arson.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.