The incident, lacking any terrorist motive, involved a man who reportedly entered the café and took four people hostage. The situation prompted a significant police response, including riot police and bomb experts, and led to the evacuation of nearby buildings.

The hostages were released in stages, with images showing them exiting the building under police guidance. The suspect was later subdued and detained by police. This incident adds to a list of similar events in the Netherlands, though the country has experienced fewer terror attacks compared to others in Europe.