Two suspects have been arrested In Sint-Gillis (Brussels), in connection with shooting incidents that took place over the past few days. Brussels police that have confirmed the news have also seized several high caliber weapons.
Those arrested may be linked to one or more shooting incidents that have taken place in Brussels in recent days. An investigation is still ongoing.
Investigators are examining whether there is any link to the shooting incident at Anderlecht police station during last weekend.
“This morning at around 2.20 am, we received a call reporting armed individuals near the Jacques Frank Square,” said spokesperson Gert Claus. “Two suspects were located at the scene.”
“During an initial search of the area, two military-grade weapons and two handguns were found, as well as two scooters. A magazine that could be used for one of the weapons was also found on one of the scooters.”
The military-grade weapons are Kalashnikovs.