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Groningen Residents Fed Up With Young Drug Dealers and Users
Residents say the drug nuisance is worse than ever, with dealers as young as teenagers active in city hotspots, as reported by NOS.
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Lisa Vinogradova
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Groningen Hit by Both Stabbing and Shooting Incidents in One Day
Two separate violent incidents, one stabbing and one shooting, resulted in major police operations in Groningen on Thursday evening.
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Lisa Vinogradova
Criminal Sextortion on the Rise in the Netherlands
Helpline reports victims coerced into drug trafficking, money laundering, and even planting explosives under threat of leaked nude images.
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Lisa Vinogradova
Police Respond to Reported Violent Robbery on Aquamarijnstraat
Officers searched the area on Aquamarijnstraat Monday night after reports of a violent robbery, suspect reportedly fled the scene.
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Lisa Vinogradova
69-Year-Old “Drug Grandpa” Caught with 11 Kilos of Crystal Meth
A 69-year-old man was sentenced to three years in prison for transporting nearly 11kg of crystal methamphetamine. Estimated value of €540,000, was found…
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Lisa Vinogradova
Seal Pup Found at Illegal Rave on Groningen Coast
A rave near the Groningen coast was shut down by police last weekend. Amid the music and crowds, officers discovered an unexpected guest: a newborn seal…
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Lisa Vinogradova
Two Injured in Possible Stabbing Near Stationsweg in Groningen
Two people were hospitalised following a suspected stabbing near the NH Werkman Bridge; police are investigating possible links between both victims and…
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Lisa Vinogradova
Stabbing During Attempted Robbery on Grote Markt
Early morning stabbing during suspected robbery attempt on Grote Markt leaves one person injured; police investigating, no arrests so far.
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Lisa Vinogradova
Student Association Evacuated After Report of Firearm, One Arrest Made
Police arrest 19-year-old suspect in Peperstraat after firearm report; no weapon found, investigation ongoing
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Lisa Vinogradova
Man Injured in Stabbing at Westerhaven, Suspect Arrested
Police investigate an early morning stabbing near Astraat and Westerhaven — victim hospitalized, suspect in custody.
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Lisa Vinogradova
Sharp Rise in Robberies in 2025 — Many Suspects Are Minors
Police report a surprising increase in robberies after years of decline, with minors often behind quick hit-and-run attacks.
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Lisa Vinogradova
Victims of Sexual Crimes Face Long Waiting Times for Justice
In Groningen and rest of the Northern Netherlands, victims of sexual abuse often have to wait more than a year before their case goes to court. This…
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Lisa Vinogradova
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