’s-Gravenzande – A 46-year-old man from ’s-Gravenzande remains in custody for at least two more weeks in connection with a hit-and-run incident that left a 23-year-old woman, identified as Lisa, with serious injuries. The incident occurred on February 16, 2026, while Lisa was running on the Nieuwelaan in ’s-Gravenzande, according to reports from multiple Dutch news outlets.
The suspect is accused of causing serious bodily harm and leaving the victim in a helpless state. Lisa sustained three broken ribs, fractures in her neck vertebrae, a bruised lung, and a wound to her thigh, her father, Jacco van Dam, told Hart van Nederland. While currently stable, her recovery is expected to be lengthy. The investigation centers around a red Mini Cooper allegedly involved in the collision.
Details of the Incident and Arrest
Police responded to reports of the incident on Monday evening, February 16th, after a cyclist discovered Lisa injured on the fietspad (bike path) along the Nieuwelaan. Emergency services transported her to the hospital immediately. Investigators quickly identified a red Mini Cooper as a vehicle of interest, finding a headlight and part of a headlight ring at the scene, as reported by Rodi.nl.
On Thursday, February 19, 2026, police arrested the 46-year-old man from ’s-Gravenzande. A red Mini Cooper was seized on Wednesday as part of the investigation, though authorities are still confirming if it is the vehicle involved in the incident, according to Rijnmond. The suspect remains in custody while the investigation continues.
Ongoing Investigation and Appeal for Information
The Public Prosecution Service (OM) is pursuing charges of causing an accident resulting in severe bodily harm and abandoning the victim in a helpless condition, Omroep West reported. Police are actively seeking witnesses who may have observed anything unusual on the Nieuwelaan on the evening of February 16th. They are also requesting anyone with dashcam or doorbell camera footage from the area to come forward and share their information.
Lisa’s father described the incident as “terrible” and “criminal,” expressing his distress over his daughter’s injuries.
Authorities have not released further details about the suspect or a potential motive at this time. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as they become available.
The focus now shifts to gathering further evidence and preparing the case for prosecution. The length of the suspect’s detention suggests the seriousness with which authorities are treating the case, and the continued search for witnesses underscores the importance of public assistance in bringing all the facts to light.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the local police department.
