Knife attacks in Brussels
One person was injured in a knife attack on Boulevard du Midi near Brussels-Midi station on July 24, 2026. As of July 24, 2026, the victim is in stable condition, and police are investigating the incident. This follows multiple knife attacks in Brussels, including an incident on Boulevard de l'Abattoir on July 1, 2026, and another at Place de la Bourse on June 28, 2026, both resulting in injuries. Brussels authorities are investigating a June 15, 2026, attack on Place de la Bourse as a potential terror offense, and a suspect was arrested on June 11, 2026, for a May 24, 2026, stabbing on Kolenmarkt street.
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July 2026 — 2 developments
One Injured in Knife Attack Near Brussels-Midi Station
One person was injured in a knife attack on Boulevard du Midi near Brussels-Midi station on July 24, 2026. The victim sustained two stab wounds and is in stable condition. Police are investigating the incident and seeking to identify the attacker(s).
Brussels: Person stabbed on Boulevard de l'Abattoir; no arrests made in two recent incidents
A person was stabbed in the abdominal area on Boulevard de l'Abattoir in Brussels on July 1, 2026, and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. This incident occurred one day after a man was injured in a separate knife attack at Place de la Bourse. No suspects have been arrested in either case.
June 2026 — 3 developments
Man Injured in Brussels Knife Attack; Suspects Fled Scene
One man was injured in an early morning knife attack at Place de la Bourse in central Brussels on June 28, 2026. Police provided initial care to the victim before he was taken to the hospital, where his condition stabilized. The suspects fled before police arrived, and an investigation has been launched.
Brussels knife attack on Place de la Bourse investigated as potential terror offense
Brussels authorities are investigating a knife attack on Place de la Bourse as a potential terror offense. Further details regarding the newest developments or specific outcomes of the investigation are not provided.
Suspect arrested in Brussels stabbing; airport security concerns rise after separate incident
Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred on Saturday, May 24, 2026, on Kolenmarkt street in Brussels. Separately, security concerns have been raised at Brussels Airport following a knife assault on a homeless man on April 28, 2026.
May 2026 — 1 developments
Man seriously injured, suspect arrested in Brussels stabbing on May 23, 2026
A man was seriously injured in a stabbing incident in central Brussels on Thursday evening, May 23, 2026, with a suspect arrested shortly after. The victim was discovered with stab wounds and taken to the hospital for treatment. The motive remains unclear, and an investigation is ongoing.
December 2025 — 4 developments
Suspect charged with attempted homicide in knife attack
The suspect arrested in connection with the knife attack has been formally charged with attempted homicide and placed under an arrest warrant.
Suspect arrested after knife attack; victim no longer in critical condition
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.
Assailant stabs victim multiple times on ground on December 24, 2025
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.
Brussels-Capital spokesperson confirms incident
A spokesperson for Brussels-Capital confirmed the incident.
October 2025 — 1 developments
Individual stabs person in central Brussels after 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.
April 2024 — 1 developments
Brussels stabbing: One critically injured, multiple suspects sought
A stabbing on Boulevard Anspach near the Bourse in Brussels on April 10, 2024, left one person critically injured and another with minor injuries. Authorities stated that several suspects were involved but fled the scene before police arrived, and the motive is under investigation.
January 2023 — 1 developments
Attacker injures three in Brussels metro station knife attack
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.