“A number of firefighters attacked our colleagues. In particular, tear gas was briefly used,” notes the police zone. Four police officers were slightly injured, according to PolBru.
Several dozen firefighters participating in the demonstration are said to have deviated from the planned route, with the intention of blocking the small ring road near the Porte de Namur.
“These facts have no place in a peaceful demonstration and we deeply regret it” declared the police of Brussels-Capital Ixelles. “We condemn all forms of violence and emphasize the importance of respect and cooperation between all parties involved. We will thoroughly investigate this incident and take the necessary measures to prevent such a situation from recurring in the future. future.”
