An explosive device exploded in a house in Markenland in Etten-Leur on Thursday night. Surrounding houses were evacuated as a second explosive device was attached to a window. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service of Defense (EOD) detonates it in a different location.
Near the windshield it was seen that something is stuck with a flashing green light. No one was allowed near the houses until the explosives expert had finished investigating. According to a 112 correspondent, around six o’clock the situation was calm and the residents were allowed to return to their homes. EOD removed the sealed explosive.
The explosion was reported shortly after 3am. Neighbors say they were woken up by a huge bang. The house is damaged, the windows in the front door have been smashed. Nobody was hurt.
Ten houses have been evacuated. The occupants of the house where the explosion occurred were not at home. Someone from the municipality had come to Markenland to provide shelter.
Trail investigation
Police have launched an investigation and are still looking for other witnesses. Forensic investigators are conducting a trail investigation at the home.
