Amsterdam Police Launch Investigation After Missing Woman Found Dead
The 29-year-old Amsterdam woman who vanished after leaving a city landmark with an unidentified cyclist has been found dead in the water along the Amsteldijk. Authorities recovered the body on Friday morning, and immediately classified the death as a crime. A specialized investigation unit, the Team Grootschalige Opsporing (TGO), is now leading the case to determine how and where she died.
The victim was identified as Hajar, who had been the subject of an intensive search since her disappearance. Police received an initial report of a suspicious situation near the Amsteldijk at approximately 8:30 a.m. on Friday. After a thorough examination at the scene, investigators confirmed the body belonged to the missing Amsterdam resident.
Family Reports Disappearance Following Last Sighting Near RAI Amsterdam
Hajar was last seen alive on Sunday, October 4, in the vicinity of the RAI in Amsterdam. According to police, she departed the area alongside an unknown man on a bicycle, heading in the direction of Buitenveldert. Her family contacted law enforcement on Monday, October 5, citing concerns for her well-being.
Investigators spent days deploying technical and tactical search assets. The missing person appeals described Hajar as standing between 1.65 and 1.70 meters tall with a normal build, dark curly hair, and dark eyes. The day before her disappearance, she wore a dress with a tiger print and white New Balance shoes, though it is not known if she wore this clothing on the day of her disappearance.
Investigators Trace Unidentified Cyclist Connection and Forensics at Amsteldijk
While the recovery of Hajar’s body on Friday morning brought an end to the search, critical gaps remain in the timeline. Law enforcement officials stated that investigators still do not know what happened to the 29-year-old or exactly where she was killed. It is not known whether her meeting with the unidentified cyclist near the RAI has a connection to her death.
The TGO task force is investigating the case. Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed suspicious activity, heard unusual noises, or holds specific information regarding the suspected crime to contact investigators immediately through the tip line at 0800-6070 or anonymously via Meld Misdaad Anoniem at 0800-7000.