Een jaar zonder de doodgestoken Joni (13): in de val van een online bericht 22.02.2026

A year after the fatal stabbing of 13-year-old Joni in Schiedam on February 23, 2025, his parents, Mariëlle and Anton Zuidwijk, reflect on their profound grief and the events that led to their son's death. Joni was lured to a meeting with a classmate, a boy previously involved in violent incidents, and was fatally stabbed in the back. The parents now realize they underestimated the influence of social media, which facilitated continued contact between Joni and his attacker despite their earlier concerns. The perpetrator, now 14, has been sentenced to one year of youth detention and youth TBS, with a requirement for long-term treatment. The family finds solace in visiting Joni's grave daily and connecting with other bereaved parents, while advocating for stricter measures regarding youth access to social media and weapons.















