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Peter R. de Vries

Acting
64 years oldAalsmeer, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Biography

Peter Rudolf de Vries (1956 - 2021) was a Dutch investigative journalist and crime reporter. His television program Peter R. de Vries, misdaadverslaggever (Crime Reporter) (1995−2012) covered high-profile cases and set a Dutch television viewing record. In 1983, De Vries followed the case of the kidnapping of Freddy Heineken for the Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf. He wrote two books based on his investigation, that served as a basis for several cinematic adaptations. On July 6th 2021, he was shot after leaving the television studio of RTL Boulevard in Amsterdam. He died several days later.

Personal Details

Born
November 14, 1956 - July 15, 2021 (age 64)
Gender
Male
Place of Birth
Aalsmeer, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Known For
Acting