Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 23-year-old man was stabbed on Wetstraat in Antwerp-Noord on December 28, 2024, around 6 p.m. He is in critical condition at Cadix Hospital. Police are searching for the suspect who ran away, and local residents are worried about safety.
A 23-year-old man was seriously injured in a stabbing on Wetstraat in Antwerp-Noord on December 28, 2024, just before 6 p.m. Emergency services quickly arrived and took him to Cadix Hospital, where he is in critical condition. The Antwerp police have started an investigation into the incident, according to reports from the Belga news agency.
What measures are being taken to ensure safety in Antwerp-Noord after the recent stabbing?
Police spokesperson Kim Bastiaens reported that efforts were being made to find the suspect, who ran off when the stabbing occurred. The police did not mention the motive for the attack or if the victim and suspect knew each other. Residents of this neighborhood raised concerns about safety in the locality, there has been more attention from authorities to improve security in this area. Wetstraat, known for its diverse community, remains closed off as investigators work to gather evidence.
The community has been appealed to assist the police with information that may aid in identifying the suspect. As police work continues, concerns continue to be raised about violence in Antwerp-Noord and whether existing safety measures will be able to control them. Residents are looking forward to updates on the victim’s condition and the investigation’s progress, hoping for justice and improved safety in their area.
