Anderlecht (Brussels Morning NewsPaper): In Anderlecht, police seized illegal fireworks from a German car, arresting three individuals. Police Chief Jurgen De Landsheer highlighted the danger to emergency services, especially on New Year’s Eve.
This morning on the 28th of December in Anderlecht, police found a big stash of illegal fireworks during a check. The fireworks were in a car with German plates, and three people were inside. The police arrested them and took the fireworks as part of their efforts to stop illegal fireworks from being sold and brought in. This operation is part of ongoing checks on shops and areas where police believe this is happening, aiming to tackle the issue of illegal fireworks in the neighborhood.
How is Anderlecht addressing the threat of illegal fireworks, especially on New Year’s Eve?
The police chief, Jurgen De Landsheer, talked about how serious the problem is with fireworks being used as weapons against emergency services, especially on New Year’s Eve. This misuse is a big threat to the safety of first responders and the whole community. It has been said that to tackle this, the Anderlecht police are keeping a closer eye and cracking down in areas where the risks are high. The discovery of fireworks in a car from Germany shows that this problem crosses borders, so it’s crucial to stay vigilant.
Following the incident, the three people in the car were given tickets, and the mayor of Anderlecht ordered the car to be taken away. The fireworks will be destroyed to prevent any illegal use. Local officials are serious about keeping the community safe and stopping dangerous situations. By cracking down on the illegal fireworks trade, the leaders in Anderlecht want to lower the risks during festive times.
