Etterbeek was shaken by a tragic event on Tuesday- the murder of Eleonora, aged 53, by her ex-partner who had recently been released from prison. According to RTL, the victim had sublet her apartment to a man named Osama for two years, and he revealed that the relationship between Eleonora and Hassan was often violent. Osama discovered the victim’s body under a couch and informed the authorities. Hassan is currently on the run and considered to be at large. The Brussels public prosecutor’s office provided more information on the situation on Thursday, explaining that the police discovered the lifeless body of the victim and immediately called for emergency services. The investigation is ongoing, and the prosecution refuses to release further details at this time.
Tuesday, Etterbeek was upset by a tragedy: the death of Eleonora, 53, slaughtered by her ex-companion. He had barely been out of prison for a few weeks when he showed up at his ex-partner’s house on Tuesday followingnoon.
According to RTL, the victim had sublet his apartment to a man called Osama “for regarding two years”. He said relations between Hassan and the deceased were very strained and often violent. The police have already intervened several times.
Osama explained how he found the victim: “I asked her if she needed anything. I called her but she didn’t answer. I knocked, she didn’t answer. There was loud music. I opened the door, I entered. She was under the couch and only her feet were sticking out.”
Hassan is currently untraceable and believed to be at large.
On Thursday, the Brussels public prosecutor’s office gave more information regarding the ongoing investigation, as reported by Le Soir: “On April 4, around 3:40 p.m., the police of the Montgomery area were called for an incident in Etterbeek, rue Philippe Baucq. On the spot, the police services discovered the lifeless body of a woman (53 years old). Emergency services were immediately called to the scene. They might only confirm her death. Notified of the facts, the Deputy Crown Prosecutor ordered the first investigation duties, namely the hearing of witnesses, the camera investigation and the intervention of the laboratory of the federal judicial police. An Investigating Judge was requested on the count of murder and descended on the scene in the presence of the prosecution. The investigation is continuing and in its interest, the prosecution will not comment further on this case.”
The tragic death of Eleonora has left the community of Etterbeek in mourning. It is yet another heartbreaking reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the need for strong measures to protect victims. Our thoughts are with Eleonora’s family and friends during this difficult time. The investigation into her death is ongoing, and we hope that justice will be served for Eleonora and her loved ones. Let us all work together to create a safer world for everyone.
