Ninove (Brussels Morning newspaper)– Police chased a shooting suspect in Ninove on Jan 8, 2025. The arrest was made at 8 PM. No injuries were reported; the investigation is ongoing.
The chase began around 7:30 PM when the Geraardsbergen police got an urgent call that led to a fast pursuit. Although the details of the call weren’t clear, it was serious enough for officers to act quickly. Police teams from Zottegem and Ninove joined in, working together to follow the suspect through different areas. The chase ended around 8:00 PM when the suspect was caught in Ninove. The Geraardsbergen police later confirmed the arrest, praising the quick teamwork that helped bring the situation to a close.
What led to the shooting on Aalstsesteenweg in Ninove?
Ninove police provided more information about the case, stating that a shooting took place on Aalstsesteenweg before the suspect was arrested. Police chief Wim Pieteraerens confirmed that the suspect was caught in Ninove and then handed over to the Geraardsbergen police. The motive for the shooting is still unclear, and an investigation is ongoing to find out more. It has been said that the quick response from the police shows how serious the situation was and their ability to act fast to ensure public safety. This incident highlights the importance of cooperation between different police zones in handling such dangerous events.
For the sake of the investigation, no additional details will be shared at this time. Mayor Guy D’haeseleer from Forza Ninove stated that the gunshots were aimed at a house, but there were no injuries reported. The focus remains on ensuring the investigation is thorough and that any relevant information is handled carefully.
