Dutch police have arrested 13 people in Rotterdam and Schiedam, including children as young as 12, suspected of committing a series of armed robberies, knife attacks, and firearm incidents over the past three months. Schiedam’s mayor, Harald Bergman, called the group “shocking” and expressed disbelief at how such young boys, aged 12 to 22, commit serious crimes without hesitation. These so-called “gangster kids” roam around with knives and guns, seeking adventure or status, completely unaware of the consequences. This alarming situation shines a harsh light on youth crime in the Netherlands and raises serious questions about how society and authorities can stop this dangerous spiral of violence among children and teenagers. Is this just the tip of the iceberg or a sign that society has lost control over its youth? Either way, it’s a wake-up call for all of us. So, what do you think — how do we fight this madness? Drop a comment, maybe together we’ll figure it out!
