A 19-year-old man was shot in the leg in the Brussels district of Anderlecht during the early hours of Wednesday morning, according to local authorities. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the left thigh but is reportedly in stable condition and not facing life-threatening injuries.
The incident occurred around 1:00 a.m. CET, prompting an immediate response from Brussels police. The young man was quickly transported to a nearby hospital. A criminal investigation is now underway to determine the circumstances of the shooting and identify the perpetrator.
This latest attack adds to a disturbing trend of escalating violence in Brussels, particularly in Anderlecht. Just weeks ago, two other shootings were reported in the same neighborhood. Authorities have documented at least 11 firearm-related incidents in Brussels since the start of the year, resulting in two fatalities and four injuries.
Officials attribute the surge in violence to increased gang activity and drug trafficking, which have intensified tensions in several neighborhoods. The growing number of incidents has drawn public criticism of local authorities, who are accused of failing to implement effective crime prevention strategies.
Brussels remains on high alert as law enforcement ramps up patrols and surveillance in response to the city’s deteriorating security environment.
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