A violent knife attack in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, has left one person dead and two others injured tonight. The assailant, who reportedly shouted “Allahu Akbar,” attacked members of the public before being apprehended by authorities.

One person was killed and another seriously wounded in a stabbing incident late Thursday in the Dutch port city of Rotterdam, police said. Police arrested a suspect who was also injured and taken to a hospital for treatment.

Emergency services quickly arrived on the scene, and the injured victims were taken to a local hospital for treatment. The condition of the two injured individuals has not yet been confirmed.

Police are investigating the incident and are currently working to determine the motive behind the attack.

Authorities have increased security in the area to ensure public safety while the investigation is ongoing.

Local residents are urged to avoid the area as police continue to assess the situation. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.