Man stabbed during dispute in Oostakker’s Wonderwoud

Sarhan Basem
Credit: Agentschap Natuur en Bos

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A 22-year-old man was hospitalized with stab wounds after a violent dispute escalated in Wonderwoud nature reserve near Ghent, police are investigating.

The public prosecutor’s office is looking into the incident, which occurred Thursday. There might be more participants.

On Thursday afternoon, two guys from Ghent, Belgium, got into a fight in Oostakker’s Wonderwoud nature reserve. When one man (19) stabbed the other (22) with a knife, the debate became heated. 

Although the sufferer was not in imminent danger, they were sent to the hospital for treatment of their stab wounds. The offender was taken into custody.

What the men were arguing about is unclear. An investigating judge must now determine whether to arrest the offender while the case is being investigated by the public prosecutor’s office. 

The two men work for a local company called Volvo Trucks.

“We deeply regret the incident and are taking action against those involved,” says spokesman Ronald Van Schepdael.

There may be more people involved, but the public prosecutor’s office and the company do not want to comment on this for the time being. “It is part of the investigation,” they say.

What has been the community’s reaction to the violence in Wonderwood?

The public prosecutor’s office is currently investigating the event in which a 22-year-old guy was stabbed during a quarrel; no public statements or community reactions have been recorded as of yet.

Communities frequently voice safety concerns and demand calm, in-depth inquiries due to the nature of such situations, but it is currently impossible to describe the local response in detail without specific reports.

According to the information that has been made public, a 22-year-old male was hospitalized with stab wounds during a fight in the Wonderwoud nature reserve. The public prosecutor’s office is looking into the incident, and it’s possible that other persons are involved.

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Sarhan Basem is Brussels Morning's Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful commentary and in-depth coverage. Beyond the world of journalism, Sarhan is an avid traveler, exploring new cultures and cuisines, and enjoys unwinding with a good book or indulging in outdoor adventures whenever possible.
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