Scooter rider hit by a fire engine in Brussels

Scooter rider hit by a fire engine in Brussels
Illustrative image of a fire engine. Credit: Belga

A Brussels Fire Brigade vehicle hit a person on a scooter at the Place Charles Rogier in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode on Tuesday evening.

The collision occurred around 19:15 as the Fire Brigade’s command vehicle, with lights and sirens activated, was responding to an urgent call.

The individual on the scooter was immediately treated by a priority ambulance following the Fire Brigade vehicle. A medical emergency team from Brugmann Hospital also attended the scene.

The victim was transported to hospital and is not believed to be in a life-threatening condition.

Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.

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