Originally constructed in the late 14th century, the Porte de Hal was part of the second city wall of Brussels, built to protect the southern side of the city and showcase its status as a wealthy and influential urban center
Against the backdrop of escalating tensions, Mayor Jean Spinette of the Socialist Party (PS) addressed the public, attributing the spate of violence to territorial disputes among drug dealers
Investigations into the incident have revealed that the perpetrators, alleged to have fled the scene on a scooter, remain at large, prompting a concerted effort from law enforcement agencies to apprehend them
