armed robbery hits jeweler voja in broad daylight
Schiedam, vrijdag, 20 februari 2026.
a violent smash-and-grab attack unfolded at juwelier voja in schiedam’s hof van spaland shopping center friday morning. three armed men stormed the store minutes after opening, smashing display cases and grabbing an unknown amount of jewelry. bystanders intervened quickly, helping police apprehend two suspects nearby. one attacker remains on the run, last seen carrying a distinctive louis vuitton bag. no injuries were reported, but panic spread through the mall. authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and urging witnesses to come forward.
armed robbery unfolds at juwelier voja in schiedam
An armed robbery occurred at Juwelier Voja in the Hof van Spaland shopping center in Schiedam on Friday morning, February 20, 2026. Three assailants entered shortly after the store opened around 10:00 a.m. They smashed multiple display cases and fled with an undetermined quantity of jewelry. Glass shards scattered across the floor, indicating forceful entry into the showcases. The swift nature of the attack caused widespread alarm among shoppers and staff. Fortunately, no physical injuries were reported during the incident [1][2][3].
two suspects arrested following public intervention
Two of the three suspects were apprehended near the scene following immediate action by alert bystanders. Witnesses reportedly identified the escape route, enabling law enforcement to intercept them quickly. Police confirmed both individuals were taken into custody for questioning. Their identities have not been released pending further investigation. The arrests came amid an active search operation involving local officers and forensic units. Authorities credit civilian cooperation for the rapid containment of two perpetrators [2][4][5].
manhunt continues for third suspect with distinct bag
A manhunt remains underway for the third suspect who escaped in a white van according to initial reports. Descriptions indicate he wore dark clothing and carried a large black-and-gray Louis Vuitton bag, which may hold stolen goods. Law enforcement urges anyone with relevant information or dashcam footage to contact them immediately. Surveillance video from inside and outside the mall is being analyzed to track his movements. The ongoing investigation includes forensic examination of the crime scene [2][3][5].