A police officer from the Marlow police zone shot a patient at the Fond’Roy psychiatric institute in Uccle on Tuesday around noon. The man’s life was initially at risk, but he eventually died from his injuries, as reported by Nieuwsblad. The incident was announced at regarding 1:30 p.m. The details surrounding the incident remain unclear. However, HLN reported that the officer felt threatened by the patient, who was carrying an object. An investigation has been launched, and the Brussels public prosecutor’s office is expected to release more information later today.
This Tuesday, around noon, a policeman from the Marlow police zone shot a patient at the Fond’Roy psychiatric institute in Uccle. His days were at first in danger but the man finally succumbed to his injuries, according to our colleagues from Nieuwsblad. The information fell shortly following 1:30 p.m.
The precise circumstances of the case are unknown at this time. According to our colleagues from HLN, the agent would have felt threatened by the patient who was holding an “object” in his hand.
An investigation has been opened. The Brussels public prosecutor’s office will communicate this followingnoon to detail the circumstances of the incident.
More info to come…
The incident at the Fond’Roy psychiatric institute in Uccle is a tragedy that leaves many unanswered questions. As more information becomes available, we will continue to provide updates on this developing story. We extend our condolences to the patient’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. It is our hope that a thorough investigation will shed light on the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate incident.
