Woman, 54, arrested after fatal stabbing of man, 70, in Zaandam

A 54-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with fatal stanning in Zandaam. A 70-year-old man died as a result, Dutch police reported.

The incident occurred Friday at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Pieter Ghijsenlaan, according to police. The Dutch newspaper AD reported that the stabbing took place near a wholesale store selling sex toys and lingerie.

The suspect, who lives in nearby Oostzaan, is accused of stabbing the victim, who is also from Oostzaan. Emergency responders were unable to save the man.

Police confirmed that the suspect and victim knew each other but have not disclosed the nature of their relationship. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stabbing.