Feyenoord Vrouwen defeated Vålerenga 4-1 in their home leg of the European competition, securing a strong advantage for the return match in Norway. Despite conceding an early goal, the team rallied to score four times through DellaPeruta, Van de Westeringh, and Stoit. Trainer Marc Pieters and player Kirsten van der Westeringh emphasized the need to approach the upcoming away game with a fresh mindset rather than resting on their lead.
A 42-year-old man from Rotterdam-Hoogvliet was arrested after a police officer posed as a buyer for firearms and ammunition. Investigators discovered a large-scale illegal trade involving weapons, ammunition, and tools for modifying alarm pistols in his home and shed. The Public Prosecution Service has demanded five years in prison, citing the long duration of the trade and the danger posed to the small children living in the house.
A pedestrian was injured in the leg after being struck by a van on Burgemeester Verveenstraat in Schiedam. Emergency services responded quickly, and the victim was transported to a hospital for further treatment.
A Rotterdam judge sentenced Vidhi B., a former guardian, to 1.5 years in prison for embezzling €400,000 from vulnerable clients and defrauding the National Fund for Children’s Aid of nearly €25,000. The court rejected her claim that she acted under pressure from a friend linked to a Slovenian sect, finding instead that she abused her position over several years. Victims, including Elias Gell de la Cruz, face significant financial losses, with some owed over €78,000 but eligible for only an initial €5,000 advance through state recovery measures if B. fails to repay within eight months.
The Festival Voor de Vloed in Dordrecht features a 'silent emergency disco' where participants use headphones to navigate simulated disaster scenarios, combining education with entertainment. Organizer Wouter Sieuwerts aims to raise awareness about flood risks in this island city, which has historically faced severe water threats like the 1953 Watersnoodramp. The event highlights local preparedness measures, such as flood barriers installed along the Voorstraat, and encourages community bonding. By making the history of water management visible, the festival seeks to remind residents that much of the area lies below sea level and requires ongoing vigilance against potential high-water events.
Six suspects have been arrested and face prosecution for aggravated rape involving coercion and violence against an 18-year-old woman in Sliedrecht. The Public Prosecution Service (OM) stated that the victim was abused on parking lots after being taken from a residential group, with acts filmed and shared via Snapchat. During an introductory hearing at the Dordrecht court, lead suspect S.S. remained in custody as judges rejected his request for release, citing evidence from recordings and intercepted conversations. While five other suspects are detained, the OM noted the victim had non-consensual sexual encounters with ten men in total.
A car collided with the facade of an auction house on Kipstraat in central Rotterdam shortly before 16:00 hours. No injuries were reported, although occupants were checked by ambulance personnel and did not require hospitalization. The impact caused a cracked windshield and vehicle damage, while the exact cause of the accident remains unknown.
Residents of Schoonegge in Rotterdam-Zuidwijk are concerned about the deteriorating condition of their sidewalk, where uneven and sunken tiles pose safety risks. Neighbor Hans Mulder reported that a woman broke her wrist after falling, describing the hazard as dangerous for elderly residents and those using mobility aids. Although multiple complaints have been filed with the municipality, large-scale repairs are not scheduled until 2027 due to complex root issues and contractor availability. The city acknowledges the problem but states that temporary fixes are insufficient given the scale of damage caused by tree roots.
Sabine Maertens participated in the first Rotterdam Pride Dog Walk in Het Park to support the lhbtiqa+ community and promote visibility. She emphasized that being oneself is not yet safe or normal for everyone, highlighting the need for ongoing attention to these issues beyond just Pride week.
Leefbaar Rotterdam has gathered nearly 10,000 support statements within a week to initiate a referendum against new paid parking plans starting December 1. Although the initial threshold of 1,000 signatures was reached quickly, the coalition government holds a majority that could likely block the referendum despite strong public opposition.
Jordi de Heer will attempt to set a personal running record on the night of October 24–25 by exploiting the time change caused by the switch to winter time. Organizing with Marcel Fiering at the Van Nelle Fabriek in Rotterdam, participants will run for over an hour while sports apps register only one minute due to the clock resetting. The event aims to encourage people to step out of their comfort zone and offers opportunities for those with irregular work schedules.
A prosecutor has demanded a one-year prison sentence for a 40-year-old Rotterdam man convicted of raping a 17-year-old girl who had run away from a closed facility in Sliedrecht. The court found that the defendant, M.K., had sexual intercourse with the victim on March 25 and 31, 2025, after she lied about her age and he failed to verify it despite warnings from her caregiver. Although the defense argued there was no proof of mental disability and questioned the caregiver's Instagram monitoring, the prosecutor emphasized the need to protect vulnerable individuals, noting the victim's traumatic history. M.K. maintains he believed she was 18 and presents himself as a victim, leading the judge to highlight his inappropriate stance during the trial.
The police in Oud-Beijerland have opened an investigation after multiple cars on Boomgaard were vandalized with paint and graffiti during the night from Thursday to Friday. Five owners have filed complaints, with more expected, while a neighborhood inquiry and search for surveillance footage continue.
Dutch Defense forces conducted a training exercise at the vacant Antonius IJsselmonde hospital in Rotterdam-Zuid, involving soldiers abseiling and climbing rope ladders from rooftops and balconies. Unlike a previous exercise in August that disturbed residents with helicopter noise, this operation proceeded quietly without aircraft, allowing neighbors to sleep through the early morning hours. The municipality had notified residents of potential gunfire sounds from live ammunition practice between Tuesday and Thursday. While some residents complained about noise during the earlier drill, this iteration aimed to minimize disturbance, although it remained unclear if any residents heard the simulated combat sounds.
Police in Schiedam discovered a car with all four doors missing on Bokelweg on Wednesday morning. Authorities confirmed the incident was theft rather than a special vehicle design and conducted a neighborhood investigation. It remains unknown whether any arrests have been made regarding the stolen parts.
On September 23, a car crashed into a facade at an auction house in Rotterdam's Kipstraat, causing glass damage but no injuries. In Schiedam, police discovered a vehicle with all four doors stolen from the Bokelweg and are conducting neighborhood inquiries. Meanwhile, in Oud-Beijerland, multiple cars were vandalized with graffiti on Boomgaard street, leading several owners to file reports as police search for surveillance footage.
The family of 23-year-old Kimberly from Rotterdam is seeking witnesses regarding her death in a UTV rollover accident on Aruba on September 13. While her friend Thomas and a marine claim she was driving, her relatives doubt this account, describing her as timid rather than reckless. They have hired lawyer Peter Schouten and published an appeal in Amigoe Aruba to find independent observers who saw the incident near Grapefield Beach. The Koninklijke Marechaussee is also investigating due to the marine's involvement, while local debate continues over UTV safety regulations.
Police in Dordrecht arrested a 17-year-old from Hoogvliet regarding two robberies at a jewelry store on Voorstraat. The first robbery occurred on August 28, where armed men smashed display cases and stole jewelry using a fatbike. A second attempt took place on September 19, resulting in a struggle with staff but no stolen goods. Police are investigating the teenager's involvement in both incidents and are seeking public tips.
Justice authorities conducted new searches at two residences in Rotterdam as part of the investigation into alleged fraud at crypto platform Knaken, seizing phones and computers without making arrests. Owner Ronald J. is suspected of embezzlement and forgery after the platform shut down in May, leaving customers unable to access their assets. Although Knaken blamed a 2020 hack for the issues, the company’s bankruptcy was declared in mid-July, with curator Carl Hamm noting that millions in customer funds are missing despite the sale of remaining crypto assets for 2.2 million euros.
Nikita de Ruiter, the PVV’s fractievoorzitter and the party’s largest election winner in Papendrecht, expressed disappointment after being excluded from the new coalition. Six other parties—VVD, SGP, ChristenUnie, CDA, D66, and PRO—are now discussing a potential government formation. The process became chaotic when OP council member Hoekstra split from his party just before the installation of aldermen, destroying the initial majority that included PVV, VVD, and OP. Consequently, Papendrecht remains the only municipality in the region without a new permanent college, relying on temporary appointments to comply with municipal law. Informateurs are currently exploring options, including a four-party coalition involving 50PLUS.
