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THE HAGUE, April 3 (Xinhua) -- A car exploded and caught fire on Dam Square in central Amsterdam on Thursday, police said.
"We have closed off the Dam Square due to a burning vehicle. The fire department is on site," city police announced on the social media platform X.
The driver, a 50-year-old Dutch man from North Holland, was injured and taken into custody. Police said they suspect he caused the fire himself.
"Detectives are keeping all scenarios open, but have strong suspicions that the man intended to take his own life. He is suspected of arson," police said.
Authorities added that the investigation at the scene was nearly complete and the vehicle was being towed away.
The incident follows a stabbing near the square last week that left five people injured. Enditem
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