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Boy dies after being found in water in Aalsmeer

A boy found in the water along the Aalsmeerderweg on Monday evening has died in hospital. Police say nothing points to a crime.

Aalsmeerderweg, Aalsmeer · Map: Kadaster

A boy was found in the water along the Aalsmeerderweg in Aalsmeer at around 20.15 on Monday 26 October. Several emergency services went to the spot at once and gave first aid.

The boy was taken to hospital, where he died. Police say there are no signs that he was the victim of a crime. They wished his family and loved ones strength in this difficult time.