Police seek witnesses after Doetinchem home explosion

Police received a report of an explosion at a home on the Karel Doormanstraat in Doetinchem around 04:30 on Tuesday 10 November. It happened in the night between Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 November and filled the home with smoke. Nobody was injured, police said.

Police have started an investigation into the explosion. They want to hear from anyone who saw or heard something suspicious between 04:00 and 05:00 near the Karel Doormanstraat, such as suspicious people or vehicles.

Police are also asking residents of the area who have camera footage to get in touch. They want to hear from anyone with information about the suspect or suspects or their escape route, or with any other information that could help the investigation.

Police give 0900-8844 as the number for tips. Those who prefer to stay anonymous can call Meld Misdaad Anoniem (Report Crime Anonymously) on 0800-7000 or use meldmisdaadanoniem.nl. Police said it is an independent reporting line and not part of the police. Callers do not have to give any details, and their information is passed on only if it cannot be traced back to them.