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Pregnant Woman Knocked Down by Police | Amsterdam News
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A tense incident at an asylum seekers’ center in Zeist escalated when police intervened after threats and vandalism, resulting in an officer knocking down a pregnant woman—unharmed but sparking national outrage. Authorities claim force was necessary, citing potential knife possession and the woman’s refusal to comply, though the officer admitted he’d act differently knowing she was pregnant. An internal review by supervisors and a special committee concluded the intervention was justified for safety, with no disciplinary action taken against any officers—despite the controversy, details remain confidential due to policy restrictions.
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