Police investigate death in Middenbeemster and armed robbery in Sint Maarten

In Middenbeemster, North Holland, police discovered the body of a 65-year-old woman in her home on Saturday, September 6, 2026. A 29-year-old local man has been arrested in connection with the incident. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances and motives surrounding the death.

In Sint Maarten, the KPSM police are investigating an armed residential burglary that occurred in the Point Pirouette area on the morning of September 5, 2026. Preliminary reports suggest armed suspects entered a residence and assaulted the occupants before fleeing via a lagoon. Detectives and forensic personnel are conducting an ongoing investigation.

In Aruba, the ninth Parada Cultural di Brazil took place in the Brazil district. Organized by Fundacion Chico Harms, the event featured fourteen participating groups and live musical accompaniment, drawing a large crowd for the cultural celebration.