According to the statement made by the Minister of Internal Affairs Annelies Verlinden on Radio 1, one of the national radio channels, the suspect was shot and captured in the morning hours and was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. It was announced that the attacker died in the hospital. According to information in the press, the suspect was seen in a cafe near Verboekhoven Square and was caught with the gun he used.
In accordance with the highest level code announced after the attack, all security forces remain vigilant, and surveillance of potential threatened persons, especially Swedish diplomats, has been increased.
HE KILLED TWO PEOPLE
Last night, a person randomly opened fire and killed two Swedes in the city center, 5 kilometers away from the stadium where the match between the Belgian and Swedish national teams was played within the scope of the EURO 2024 Qualifiers.
THE ATTACKER RECORDED IT ON VIDEO
According to information reflected in the press, the attacker shot a video after the incident. He admitted that he was a member of ISIS.
It was learned that the attacker was of Tunisian origin and came to Belgium via Italy in 2019 and requested political asylum.
The Belgian Federal Prosecutor stated that the incident was not related to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
However, it is emphasized that actions against the Holy Quran in Sweden may be the reason for the attack.
