A 38-year-old man from Halsteren has been arrested in connection with a 2006 rape and attempted murder in Bergen op Zoom, Netherlands. The arrest was made possible by a DNA match identified by the Zeeland-West-Brabant police cold case team. The crime occurred on the night of June 6, 2006, and involved a violent assault. Investigators continued to pursue leads in the case despite the passage of two decades, utilizing advancements in forensic technology. The suspect was apprehended in early June and has since appeared before a judge. His pre-trial detention has been extended by 90 days as the investigation continues. Police emphasize their commitment to pursuing all available leads, regardless of how long ago a crime occurred.