The two children of Baroness Guy Ullens de Schooten, who was born Myriam Lechien, have filed civil lawsuits related to the murder of their mother. The incident occurred in Lasne, in Walloon Brabant, at the end of March. This confirmation came from the council on Tuesday, and the news was previously reported by the IPM group media outlets.
Virginie and Gilles Lemaire, Baroness Myriam Lechien’s children, lodged their civil suit with the investigating judge who is responsible for the case. However, their lawyer, Laurent Kennes, refused to comment on the case at this point in time.
The murder took place on March 29th when the septuagenarian was shot and killed by her stepson, Nicolas Ullens de Schooten. Her husband, Baron Guy Ullens de Schooten, was also injured during the attack. Later, on April 3rd, he filed a civil suit. Nicolas Ullens de Schooten has been charged with murder and is currently imprisoned. He claims that his actions were due to a familial conflict, specifically regarding financial matters.
The two children of Baroness Guy Ullens de Schooten, born Myriam Lechien, have filed civil suits in connection with the murder of their mother perpetrated at the end of March in Lasne, in Walloon Brabant, their council indicated on Tuesday, confirming information from the media of the IPM group.
Virginie and Gilles Lemaire, the two children of Myriam Lechien, filed a civil suit on Tuesday morning with the investigating judge in charge of the case, said Brussels criminal lawyer Laurent Kennes, adding that he would not bring any comment at this point.
The septuagenarian was shot dead on Wednesday March 29 by her stepson Nicolas Ullens de Schooten. Her husband, Baron Guy Ullens de Schooten, was injured in the attack. He filed a civil action on Monday, April 3. Charged with murder and imprisoned, Nicolas Ullens de Schooten explains his gesture in the context of a family conflict, in particular of a financial nature.
The followingmath of a senseless murder can ripple throughout a family for years to come. In the case of Baroness Guy Ullens de Schooten, her children have taken legal action to seek justice for their mother’s death. The tragic incident highlights the devastating impact of violence within families and the need for measures to prevent such tragedies from occurring. Our thoughts are with the family as they navigate this difficult time.