Armed attack on police station in Brussels

According to the national press, in the statement made by the Brussels South Police District, it was reported that unidentified people opened fire at the police station on Demosthenes Street in Anderlecht at around 23.40 local time.

In the statement, it was stated that there were no deaths or injuries in the attack, and many bullet marks were detected on the facade of the police station.

In the statement, it was shared that 2 suspects, who were reported to have escaped with an electric scooter after the incident, were still wanted, and it was stated that the Brussels Prosecutor's Office appointed a ballistic expert to investigate the incident.

Shooting attacks in Anderlecht in recent years

There have been many armed attacks in recent years in Anderlecht, which is among the areas of Brussels most affected by the drug trade and armed gang showdowns.

While there are conflicts between rival groups in the region, especially for the control of drug sales points, firearms and large amounts of cash, as well as drugs, are seized during police operations.