A festive evening in a Dutch town turned to chaos on Monday after a car drove into a crowd watching a light parade, leaving at least nine people injured, three of them seriously.
Emergency Services Scramble to Scene
The incident occurred in the town of Nunspeet in the Netherlands at around 7PM on Monday, 22 December 2025. Bystanders had gathered along the roadside for the community event when the vehicle entered the crowd.
A massive emergency response was immediately triggered. Multiple ambulances and three trauma helicopters (air ambulances) were deployed to the scene to provide urgent medical assistance to the casualties.
Investigation Underway Amid Cordon
The area was swiftly cordoned off by police as investigations began. Initial reports from local media, including GelreNieuws.nl, suggest that no foul play is currently suspected, though authorities are treating the incident with caution and the probe remains ongoing.
The driver's motive and whether any arrests have been made are still unknown. Images from Nunspeet showed a significant emergency presence, with numerous vehicles lining the street in the aftermath.
Community Event Marred by Tragedy
The light parade is a seasonal celebration, making the violent intrusion a profound shock to the local community. The swift deployment of critical care resources highlighted the severity of the situation.
As a breaking news story, further details are awaited from Dutch authorities regarding the condition of the injured and the exact circumstances that led to the car entering the parade route.
