A 34-year-old man, identified as Yasin, known in criminal circles as Seref, was fatally shot Thursday afternoon in Rotterdam’s Delfshaven district during what authorities believe was a failed heroin deal. The shooting occurred around 4:50 PM on the Indrapoerastraat, a residential street with a large apartment complex.
According to multiple sources, Yasin was attempting to sell several kilograms of heroin when the buyers refused to pay. A firefight ensued, leaving Yasin with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite attempts at resuscitation by first responders, he died at the scene.
Police have arrested a 35-year-old Rotterdam resident in connection with the shooting, initially on suspicion of involvement in the incident. Further investigation revealed the man is too suspected of theft and money laundering, according to Rijnmond. Authorities believe he was an accomplice to Yasin and may have fired a weapon from a stairwell in the apartment building during the altercation, though this has not been officially confirmed.
Following the shooting, the suspect allegedly attempted to flush drugs down a toilet in an effort to avoid detection, but was apprehended regardless. A dark grey Audi A3, believed to be the getaway vehicle, was located around 11:00 PM on the Schans in Rotterdam-West, not far from the scene of the crime. The vehicle has been impounded for forensic examination.
On Monday, February 22nd, 2026, police announced the arrest of a 29-year-old man suspected of being the shooter. Details regarding the arrest location and the evidence leading to his identification have not been released. The investigation, which currently involves twenty detectives, is ongoing, and police are still seeking additional information from witnesses.
Residents of the apartment complex expressed fear following the shooting. The incident occurred in a densely populated area, and the sound of approximately ten gunshots caused widespread alarm.
The case highlights the volatile nature of illegal drug transactions and the potential for rapid escalation to violence. Police have not released details regarding the identities of the buyers involved in the failed deal, and the investigation continues to determine the full extent of the criminal network involved.
