Suspect in Hajar case also suspected of assaulting foster father
Abdi A. allegedly attacked his foster father in Spierdijk shortly before his arrest.
Follow-up to: Suspect in Hajar case arrested after violent incident Wednesday, 21 October 2026, 19:58
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The suspect in the investigation into Hajar’s death is also suspected of assaulting his foster father. According to police, this happened in Spierdijk shortly before officers arrested him in connection with the investigation into the Amsterdam woman.
The new suspicion concerns a separate violent incident in Spierdijk, in the North Holland municipality of Koggenland. Police found an injured man there on Tuesday and arrested Abdi A. An officer recognised him as the man being sought at that time in the investigation into Hajar’s death.
According to NOS, the victim was A.’s foster father. The broadcaster reports that A. allegedly struck him with a hammer. Police have confirmed in public statements that there was a violent incident and that the suspect and victim know each other, but have not made all details of what happened public.
A. is being held in complete restrictions. This means he may have contact only with his lawyer. The suspicion against him does not therefore amount to proven guilt. The Public Prosecution Service must investigate the allegations further, and a judge will ultimately assess which facts can be proven.
According to police, the Hajar case began with her disappearance on 4 October. Police say her family reported her missing that evening after she had sent worrying messages and could no longer be reached. According to police, the disappearance was classified as urgent the following day. On 16 October, a suitcase containing her body was found on the Amsteldijk in Amsterdam; police say she died as a result of a crime.
Earlier in the investigation, a property on De Klencke in Buitenveldert emerged as a possible location where Hajar was killed. Police stress that this has not yet been established with certainty. It has also not been made public what precise role the suspect is believed to have had, according to the investigation. Detectives are asking witnesses who saw Hajar or the suspect around the RAI or in Buitenveldert on 4 October to come forward.
The new suspicion therefore primarily changes the scope of the criminal investigation. In itself, it provides no evidence of involvement in Hajar’s death. The investigations into both incidents are proceeding alongside each other, while police and prosecutors are still trying to connect the events and timeline.
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What is established
- A separate violent incident was investigated in Spierdijk.
- Abdi A. is a suspect in the investigation into Hajar’s death and is being held.
- Police have not yet established what precise role A. is alleged to have played in Hajar’s death.
Left
Arguments Typically emphasises that victims of domestic and relationship violence need rapid protection and specialised assistance, and that law enforcement must have sufficient resources to investigate complex cases thoroughly.
Values Protecting vulnerable people, equal access to justice and attention to the social causes of violence.
Consequences Warns that limited assistance or poor information-sharing can lead to missed signals and additional victims.
Centre
Arguments Emphasises an independent investigation, protection for those involved and the distinction between suspicion and proven guilt.
Values The rule of law, due care and trust in the police and judiciary.
Consequences Wants transparency where possible, but accepts confidentiality as long as it is necessary for the investigation and the privacy of those involved.
Right
Arguments Emphasises above all the need for effective enforcement, the rapid arrest of suspects and clear accountability in cases of serious violence.
Values Public order, safety and the protection of victims and families.
Consequences Fears that restraint or slow procedures could undermine confidence in the rule of law and the safety of local residents.
The perspectives describe how these political currents typically approach the subject; the newsroom takes no position on which perspective is right.
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The article’s central points have been confirmed by police information and reporting by NOS. Unproven elements are explicitly presented as suspicions or uncertainties.
- confirmed Abdi A. is suspected of a violent incident against his foster father in Spierdijk. — NOS reports this; police confirm the violent incident and the known relationship between suspect and victim. source
- confirmed Police found a suitcase containing Hajar’s body on the Amsteldijk on 16 October. — Police statement about the disappearance and discovery. source
- confirmed A property on De Klencke is regarded as the suspected crime scene. — Police explicitly describe this as a provisional investigative hypothesis. source
- confirmed The suspect is being held in complete restrictions. — NOS describes his procedural status. source
Editor's note
The new suspicion against Abdi A. was reported by NOS and is consistent with the information confirmed by police about the violent incident. Details of what happened and the precise relationship between the two investigations have not yet been fully made public.Sources
The story so far
- Monday, 19 October 2026, 21:15 Police seek witnesses in investigation into Hajar’s death
- Wednesday, 21 October 2026, 19:58 Suspect in Hajar case arrested after violent incident
- Thursday, 22 October 2026, 09:29 Police investigate suspected crime scene in Buitenveldert
- Friday, 23 October 2026, 06:39 Suspect in Hajar case brought before examining magistrate
- Friday, 23 October 2026, 14:42 Suspect in Hajar case also suspected of assaulting foster father (this article)
More on this in Dutch media
- NRC — „hajar spierdijk”
- NU.nl — „hajar spierdijk”
- De Telegraaf — „hajar spierdijk”