# Shots fired at home in Vlaardingen, nobody hurt

> Nobody was hurt when shots were fired at a home on the Aalscholverlaan in Vlaardingen on Sunday 8 November. Police are asking witnesses and anyone with camera footage to come forward.

Society · published 2026-11-08 16:43 · https://nlnow.nl/a/home-in-vlaardingen-shot-at-police-think-wrong-address/

A home on the Aalscholverlaan in Vlaardingen was shot at on Sunday 8 November at around 00:30, police say. Officers found several cartridge cases at the scene. Nobody was injured, and police have not yet arrested any suspects.

Several suspects are said to have stood in front of the home before the shots were fired. Police say they are taking into account that the wrong home was shot at.

The shooting happened in the night from Saturday to Sunday, at an apartment on the Aalscholverlaan. Police found more than one cartridge case at the scene and said it was fortunate that nobody was hurt. Officers are now investigating.

Police are investigating and want to speak to witnesses. They are asking anyone who saw or heard something, has other information, or has camera footage of the area to come forward.

Tips can also be given anonymously through Meld Misdaad Anoniem, the anonymous tip line.

## Background

- **Meld Misdaad Anoniem**: Meld Misdaad Anoniem (Crime Stoppers) is a Dutch service where anyone can pass on information about a crime without giving their name. Tips go to the police, and the service keeps the reporter's identity confidential. Police appeals often list it as an option for witnesses or others who prefer not to come forward in person.

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