Burgemeester Joost Manusama of Capelle aan den IJssel expressed serious concerns about increasing youth gun possession following the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy at a McDonald’s on September 22, 2025.
- 15-year-old shot by police after robbery.
- Impact of incident felt throughout the city.
- Concerns over youth carrying weapons.
- Call for community collaboration to address issues.
- Investigation ongoing; facts yet to be confirmed.
- Two suspects arrested; weapon used in robbery.
The incident occurred when a 15-year-old boy threatened someone with a firearm to steal a fatbike and fled. Police shot him near a busy McDonald’s, where many families were present. The mayor noted the significant emotional impact on the community, emphasizing the need for collective action involving parents, police, youth workers, and schools to address youth violence.
- Community leaders must collaborate to address youth access to firearms.
- Parents should engage with their children about the dangers of violence.
- Schools and local organizations need to provide alternatives to criminal behavior.
- Ongoing investigations will clarify the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
As investigations continue, the mayor urges the public to refrain from speculation and await factual findings.
Mayor Manusama acknowledged the prevalence of stories about youth carrying weapons for self-defense, stressing the need for dialogue to promote non-violent alternatives.
