BRUSSELS – Shots were fired late Monday evening near the Saint-Guidon metro station in Anderlecht, leaving one person injured, according to local reports. The incident, which occurred around 23:20, has raised concerns over security in the area, already plagued by a spate of recent violent events.
Local media outlets BX1 and Belga confirmed the shooting, while RTBF was able to verify the information with Anderlecht’s Mayor, Fabrice Cumps (PS). The incident occurred in close proximity to the RSC Anderlecht football stadium, a bustling area typically frequented by both locals and visitors.
Authorities have yet to release further details about the identity or condition of the victim, but the person was reported to have sustained injuries. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, with the Brussels Public Prosecutor’s Office yet to provide a statement on the matter. The Midi police force declined to comment, referring questions to the prosecution.
As of now, there is no official indication that this incident is linked to the ongoing issue of drug-related violence in Brussels. The Belgian capital has been grappling with a series of shootings connected to the drug trade, which have claimed the lives of two individuals and left three others injured since the beginning of February.
This recent shooting marks the second time in as many days that violence has erupted in the vicinity of the Saint-Guidon metro station.
On Sunday, another shooting occurred around 02:00 at Place de la Vaillance, located next to the metro station. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries in that incident, but it still raised alarm among residents who are becoming increasingly concerned about safety in their neighborhood.
The frequency of these violent episodes has prompted a growing sense of unease among locals, who worry about the deteriorating security situation in Anderlecht.
Residents have voiced their frustrations over what they perceive as insufficient police presence and a failure to address the root causes of these incidents.
Some have pointed to the rise in drug trafficking as a key driver of the violence, though authorities have not yet confirmed any connection between the recent shootings.
For now, the search for the perpetrator or perpetrators continues.
Local law enforcement is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward as part of their ongoing investigation. The Brussels Public Prosecutor’s Office has yet to respond to multiple requests for further details.
While details remain scarce, this latest shooting highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Brussels in addressing violence linked to crime and drug-related activities.
With another incident in quick succession, the residents of Anderlecht remain on edge, calling for greater security measures to curb the growing threat of violence in their community.
