Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): On November 28, a masked man attacked a Colruyt supermarket in Antwerp, throwing three firebombs. There were no serious injuries reported. The suspect escaped on an electric scooter, and police are seeking information to identify him.
On the evening of Thursday, 28 November, a masked man arrived at a Colruyt supermarket in Antwerp on an electric scooter. He lit two firebombs outside the store and then threw them inside, targeting the cash register area where customers and employees were present. The attack caused panic as flames spread, and the man continued by throwing a third firebomb deeper into the store, increasing the chaos and danger for everyone inside.
What prompted the police investigation into the firebomb attack at Colruyt?
After throwing the last firebomb, the man escaped on his electric scooter. Emergency services were quickly called, and police started an investigation, treating the event as a planned act of arson. The reason for the attack is still unknown, and law enforcement is looking for information to find the suspect. Authorities mentioned this incident shows not only the physical damage but also the emotional impact on the people who were there during the attack.
Police investigating the case and describing the attacker to find any clue. They mentioned that the attacker had an average build, dark eyes, and dark eyebrows. He wore a dark tracksuit with orange details and black and white sneakers, covering his face with a black hat and a scarf or balaclava. The police want to know from anyone who saw him or knows which way he went after the attack. They are also asking for any photos or videos from that night. The full search message is available on the website.
