Appeal Looms in Shocking Acquittal Case | Amsterdam News

Two former police officers, Walco B. and Wouter van A., both in their mid-40s, were acquitted of raping a 17-year-old girl in October 2025—but the prosecution isn’t backing down, planning to appeal. The alleged assault, which prosecutors say lasted 80 minutes in a parking lot after the girl accepted a ride home while intoxicated, hinges on her vulnerable state and inability to consent. Though the court found her testimony credible, it lacked sufficient evidence for a conviction. Her lawyer calls the acquittal a major setback but vows to push forward in the appeal. Shockwaves rippled through Walco’s former police colleagues when the accusations surfaced, and the case remains a flashpoint for justice. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0aa1560cd96068f2