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It’s a scene straight out of a nightmare, but this is reality. An 11-year-old boy, just trying to enjoy a ride on his e-scooter, gets caught in a reckless police chase that ends with him paying the ultimate price.
This isn’t just another tragic accident; it’s the kind of situation that gets the blood boiling and raises a thousand questions about authority and accountability. How did we get here?
What happened in Brussels?
Last week, in the seemingly peaceful Elisabeth Park in Ganshoren, Brussels, a young boy named Fabian lost his life when a police officer, in a patrol car no less, decided it was a good idea to chase him down.
What kind of twisted logic leads someone to pursue a child on a scooter? According to the prosecutor, the chase began merely because Fabian was riding the scooter—no drugs, no aggression, just a child trying to live his life. It’s a classic case of overreach, and frankly, a colossal failure of judgment.
The aftermath of the tragedy
Community members have rallied together to demand justice for Fabian, holding vigils and marches that echo with the cries for accountability. The police unions, meanwhile, are throwing a tantrum over the officer’s detention, claiming it’s an affront to law enforcement.
Really? Is it so hard to understand that a child’s life is worth more than the bruised ego of a cop? Vincent Houssin, deputy president of the VSOA union, had the audacity to say that “no police officer wants something like this.” Well, then, maybe they should reconsider how they handle pursuits.
The officer is now under house arrest, and their whining about it just makes them look worse.
The investigation unfolds
Brussels Prosecutor Julien Moinil has stated that there are indications of serious wrongdoing. Shockingly, the officer didn’t even have the decency to turn on the blue lights or sirens during the chase.
And let’s not forget the speed: over 40 kilometers per hour in a park, where vehicles aren’t even supposed to go. The prosecutor is now left sifting through the wreckage of this tragedy, trying to piece together whether the boy fell before or after being hit. But let’s be real here—this is a mess that could’ve been avoided.
What do we do now?
As if the situation couldn’t get any more absurd, the prosecutor is investigating the brand of e-scooter Fabian was riding. Because, of course, when a child dies due to police negligence, let’s shift the blame to the toy they were using. E-scooters can have speed limits, but there are always those that push the boundaries—much like the police in this scenario. And while the investigation drags on, the community is left to grieve and demand change. Will anything come of this? Who knows. The system is notorious for dragging its feet when it comes to holding its own accountable.
The bigger picture
This incident isn’t just about one child’s tragic death; it’s a symptom of a larger issue. The police must be able to do their jobs, but at what cost? Are we really okay with sacrificing innocent lives to uphold a misguided sense of authority? And sure, the prosecutor says everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty—what a charming little mantra. But at this point, it feels like justice is just another word for delayed retribution.
Final thoughts
In the end, this whole situation is a bitter pill to swallow. A young boy is dead, and the only thing we’re left with are hollow words from officials and angry back-and-forths between police unions and the community. How many more lives have to be lost before someone realizes that the system is broken? Ask yourself: is this the kind of world we want to live in? It’s a question that lingers, hauntingly. And let’s not kid ourselves; as the dust settles, it’s clear that this story is far from over.
