It is not entirely clear to which fire zone the firefighters involved belong. Nevertheless, the Brussels Fire Department is already responding to the incident. “We regret this confrontation and all forms of violence against the police,” spokesperson Walter Derieuw said.
“On New Year’s Eve, police officers and firefighters stood side by side in the field and demanded respect, so let’s show respect for law enforcement officers too,” he continues. “This behavior does not reflect our values. We can make our demands calmly and with dignity. The police can count on our unwavering and unconditional support as a privileged partner.”
“An investigation will have to determine the circumstances and identity of the troublemakers and they will suffer the consequences as a result,” the spokesperson concluded.
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