Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper): On 25th October Friday, Sint-Niklaas police responded to a false burglary report on Uilenstraat, activating the Neighbourhood Information Network (BIN) for community support. No criminal activity was found, and the situation was resolved quickly.
On 25th October, Sint-Niklaas police received a report of a possible burglary on Uilenstraat in Nieuwkerken. Multiple police teams quickly responded and closed off the street, setting up roadblocks and checking all traffic. They aimed to prevent any suspects from escaping.
What role did the neighborhood information network play in Sint-Niklaas’ false Burglary incident?
The police activated the Neighbourhood Information Network (BIN) De Ster. This community safety program allows residents to help monitor their neighborhoods and provide updates to law enforcement during incidents. By involving BIN, the police gained extra support from the community, asking residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activity to assist in the operation.
After searching the building and surrounding area, the police found that the burglary report was a false alarm. There was no break-in or criminal activity, and the situation was resolved quickly. Once there was no threat, the street was reopened to traffic, and the Neighbourhood Information Network was stood down. The police thanked residents and BIN members for their cooperation and vigilance, marking a successful end to the tense situation.
