Gunshots fired in broad daylight in Walloon town

Gunshots fired in broad daylight in Walloon town
Illustration picture shows the police station in Baelen, Wallonia. Credit: John Thys/Belga

A suspect was arrested on Tuesday evening after gunshots were fired in Baelen, the Liège public prosecutor’s office has announced.

The incident occurred at around 16:30 near a residence in the area known as Des Forges in Baelen.

Authorities stated Tuesday evening that an individual had been detained, but their role and the repercussions of the gunfire remain unclear.

Investigations are ongoing, and further details have yet to be disclosed.

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