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Signs of arson at Amsteldijk villa, property was nearing completion

Signs of arson at Amsteldijk villa, property was nearing completion

Police are investigating a fire that broke out yesterday at a villa on Amsteldijk Noord in Amstelveen, citing indications of arson. The property, which had previously been occupied by squatters, was nearing completion for its new owners when the incident occurred.

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Gigantic bridge section hoisted from the water at the Schinkel

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