In brief
Authorities in Brussels launched a manhunt after two masked gunmen opened fire near the Clemenceau metro station early Wednesday morning. Fortunately, no injuries were reported and investigations are underway.
A significant manhunt is currently in progress in Brussels, Belgium, as authorities search for two masked gunmen who opened fire near a metro station on Wednesday morning. The attack took place outside the Clemenceau metro station located in the Anderlecht district, prompting swift action from law enforcement agencies.According to the public prosecutor’s office, the assailants brandished rifles, reportedly resembling Kalashnikovs, and were captured on security footage walking along the sidewalk while firing indiscriminately. Remarkably, the gunmen ignored numerous civilians present at the scene. Following the incident, they are believed to have entered the metro station.Fortunately, no injuries have been reported in connection with the shooting. Willemien Baert, a spokeswoman for the prosecutor's office, clarified that preliminary investigations indicate the actions of the assailants do not appear to be motivated by terrorism. In response to the shooting, both the Clemenceau and Gare du Midi metro stations were closed for approximately four hours as investigators worked to gather evidence, including several recovered bullet casings.As the search for the gunmen continues, residents and commuters are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities. The situation remains fluid, and updates will follow as more information becomes available.
