Euro 2024: Police eliminate suspect after Swedish Football fans’ tragic killing in Brussels
A shocking incident unfolded at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, Belgium, during a Euro 2024 qualifier soccer match between Belgium and Sweden. A suspected gunman attacked two Swedish nationals, leading to the match’s abandonment at half-time. An overnight manhunt ensued, ultimately ending with the suspect being located and killed by Belgian police. This article provides an overview of the incident, the suspect, and the broader security concerns in Europe.
On Monday night, a horrifying event unfolded as the Euro 2024 qualifier soccer game between Belgium and Sweden was disrupted by a suspected gunman. The King Baudouin Stadium, located just 3 miles from downtown Brussels, became the centre of a security crisis. The match was abandoned at half-time due to the incident, and spectators were evacuated.
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Following the attack, Belgian authorities launched an extensive manhunt to apprehend the suspect. The shooter, later identified as a 45-year-old Tunisian man named Abdesalem Al Guilani, was the prime focus of the manhunt. Guilani had claimed in a video on social media that he was a fighter for Islam
It was revealed that Guilani had sought asylum in Belgium in November 2019, but his application was rejected. He was known to the police in connection with people smuggling and illegal residence in the country. This information added to the urgency of capturing the suspect and resolving the security crisis.
The manhunt came to a dramatic conclusion as Belgian authorities located the suspect in the Schaerbeek area, near the city centre. A police operation in the Cage aux Ours district in Schaerbeek led to the fatal shooting of the suspect, who was armed at the time. The Belgian Federal Prosecutor’s Office confirmed that the suspected gunman had been killed.
#Brussels: The Brussels shooter, who killed two Swedish citizens, was shot dead in a cafe, reports Belgian media.
45 years old Abdesalem Lassoued was in a cafe in Schaerbeek. As the police approached him, he resisted and initiated a shootout, resulting in his neutralization. The… pic.twitter.com/l9HfFKHlMX
— NewsAlerts Global (@NewsAlertsG) October 17, 2023
“A Terrifying Night in Brussels: The Gunman’s Assault on Swedish Nationals”
The attack sent shockwaves not only through the footballing community but also across Europe. Sweden’s football team manager, Janne Andersson, expressed his disbelief, stating, “This feels completely unreal. What kind of world do we live in?” The team captain, Victor Lindelöf, could only say, “It’s terrible. I don’t know what to say.” The incident served as a grim reminder of the increasing security concerns in the region.
The attack in Belgium comes at a time of heightened security concerns in Europe, particularly in the wake of the conflict in Israel. France, for instance, has taken drastic measures by deploying an additional 7,000 troops onto its streets. This move followed the fatal stabbing of a teacher in a brutal attack that French President Emmanuel Macron condemned as “barbaric Islamic Terrorism.” These incidents underline the need for vigilance and preparedness in the face of potential security threats.
This is Brussels last night. The message that these imported "gentlemen" want to convey seems quite clear. In Europe we have a huge problem caused by mass, indiscriminate and uncontrolled immigration. Know this. pic.twitter.com/wjhgUDqcNk
— RadioGenoa (@RadioGenoa) October 17, 2023
The attack on two Swedish nationals during a Euro 2024 qualifier soccer game in Belgium and the subsequent manhunt that led to the suspect’s death highlights the growing security challenges faced by European nations. It serves as a sobering reminder of the need for continued vigilance and proactive measures to address security threats in an increasingly uncertain world.
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