Hostage crisis in the Dutch city of Ede
It has been reported that multiple people are being held hostage in the town of Ede in the eastern Netherlands, and that police have evacuated homes in the area. In a statement, Dutch police indicated that there is no indication of a terrorist motive.
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It has been announced that multiple people have been taken hostage at a cafe in the city of Ede, located in the eastern Netherlands.
It was learned that 150 surrounding homes have been evacuated by the police.
Dutch police announced that 3 of the hostages have been released in the hostage crisis occurring at a cafe in Ede, located in the east of the country.
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Several people have been taken hostage at a cafe in the town of Ede in the eastern Netherlands.
In a statement from the police, it was noted that there is currently no indication of a terrorist motive. pic.twitter.com/XuaZay1rAo
'NO INDICATION AT THIS TIME'
In their statement, Dutch police said, "About 150 homes are being evacuated in Ede. Residents are being taken care of. A hostage situation involving multiple people is ongoing in a building in the center. We understand there are many questions regarding the motive. At this time, there is no indication of a terrorist motive."
The police, who called on the local public to stay away from the scene, also announced that train services in the region have been suspended.
Meanwhile, it was learned that reports mention an individual armed with weapons and explosives in the hostage crisis in the Netherlands.