Brussels Place de la Bourse knife attack: Person seriously injured
On December 25, 2025, a person was seriously injured in a knife attack at Place de la Bourse in Brussels. Police and emergency services quickly responded, securing the area and transporting the victim to the hospital. An investigation has been initiated to determine the exact circumstances of the incident, and the victim is currently receiving treatment.
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December 2025 — 4 developments
The suspect arrested in connection with the knife attack has been formally charged with attempted homicide and placed under an arrest warrant.
The suspect arrested in connection with the knife attack has been formally charged with attempted homicide and placed under an arrest warrant.
A suspect has been arrested following the knife attack.
A suspect has been arrested following the knife attack. Additionally, the victim, who was severely injured, is now reported to be no longer in critical condition.
Eyewitnesses reportedly screamed "He has a knife!
Eyewitnesses reportedly screamed "He has a knife!" during the attack on December 24, 2025, and footage shows the assailant stabbing the victim multiple times on the ground.
A spokesperson for Brussels-Capital confirmed the incident.
A spokesperson for Brussels-Capital confirmed the incident.
October 2025 — 1 developments
A person was stabbed in central Brussels following a pro-Palestinian protest.
A person was stabbed in central Brussels following a pro-Palestinian protest. The victim was in critical condition, and while it is unclear if the victim or attacker were involved in the protest, organizers stated an unrelated individual attacked the crowd. An eyewitness reported an argument preceding the incident.
January 2023 — 1 developments
Three individuals were injured in a knife attack at a Brussels metro station near the European Commission on January 30, 2023.
Three individuals were injured in a knife attack at a Brussels metro station near the European Commission on January 30, 2023. One person sustained serious injuries, while two others had minor wounds. A 30-year-old male attacker was apprehended by police, and authorities indicated the incident was not related to terrorism.