Sint-Gillis-Waas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A 31-year-old man from Sint-Gillis-Waas, Flanders, is under investigation after allegedly shooting a young footballer in the head with an air rifle pellet.
Although this occurred a week and a half ago, it wasn’t until recently that it was made public. A football field is adjacent to the man’s residence. Around midnight, a young football player was riding home from a major football competition when he was struck in the back of the head by an air pistol pellet.
The event took place on Friday, May 9. In the evening, 14 teams participated in a football event on the FC Hoogeinde football field in Sint-Gillis-Waas. The final football players left for home at midnight.
One of them, a 19-year-old man, was abruptly hit in the back of the head by an air pistol pellet. To get the pellet removed, the youngster was brought to the hospital. He is now doing fine.
The neighbor was taken into custody by the police. He must appear in court, but his release is subject to certain restrictions. He is suspected of possessing an illegal non-firearm and of purposeful assault and battery.
For years, the football team and its neighbors have been at odds.
What measures are being taken to ensure the safety of athletes in Flanders?
In order to comfort athletes and their families and prevent future attacks, authorities frequently increase patrols near training grounds and sporting facilities in response to violent incidents.
Sports teams and local councils can collaborate with locals to resolve underlying conflicts, encourage communication, and create a safer atmosphere for everybody.
Athletes can be protected during practice and competition with the installation of security cameras, better illumination, and restricted access.
encouraging community members, coaches, and athletes to notify police right once of any threats or questionable activity.
offering impacted athletes and their families support and counseling in order to aid in their healing and sense of security.
Tensions between locals have been brought to light by the occurrence, which has shocked and alarmed the community.
