In a stabbing in Utrecht on Saturday evening, a man was killed. He was seriously injured and resuscitated, but that was in vain. The police have arrested a 43-year-old man.
Police received reports of the stabbing in the Kanaalstraat in Utrecht at 8:15 PM on Saturday evening, police wrote in a press release. They were quickly on the scene and tried to resuscitate the victim. Emergency services also provided care, including the Mobile Medical Team (MMT). But that was in vain and the man died on the spot. The police are not disclosing anything about his further identity.
On Kanaalstraat, the police were able to arrest a 43-year-old man “soon.” He was taken to the station for further questioning. What exactly happened is still unclear. The police are conducting further investigation into the cause.
Several witnesses were present at the stabbing who saw the incident happen. Victim support is available for them. Bystanders are further asked to report if they have seen anything and can share tips about what happened.