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Fatal Shooting Shakes Brussels During European Championship
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Brussels was struck by tragedy during the European Championship when a man, wearing a fluorescent orange jacket and a white helmet, shot dead two Swedish football supporters. The attack occurred in central Brussels, with the victims wearing Swedish football shirts.
The incident took place near Sainctelette Plein, just north of Brussels city center, which is approximately three miles from the King Baudouin Stadium, where a Euro qualifier match between Belgium and Sweden was scheduled.
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As of now, no suspect has been apprehended, and the police have sealed off the scene. Both Belgian and Swedish media have reported the event, which has cast a dark shadow over the European Championship festivities.
The identity of the victims and the motive behind the attack remain undisclosed, as police and prosecutors have chosen not to release further details.
Belgium's Prime Minister, Alexander De Croo, expressed his condolences for the "cowardly assassination attempt" on social media and called on the residents of Brussels to remain vigilant in the wake of this tragedy.
Eyewitnesses reported their shock at the incident, and a video circulating online appears to capture the assailant pursuing one of the victims into a building.
This shocking act of violence has sent shockwaves through the football community and the city of Brussels, highlighting the importance of security measures during large-scale sporting events. The authorities have launched a manhunt to bring the assailant to justice and are expected to provide updates as the investigation unfolds.
