A tragic incident occurred in Brussels on May 24, 2026, when a 23-year-old man allegedly killed his 70-year-old grandfather using a sickle. The event took place in the family home in the Schaerbeek district.
According to local police, the suspect initially fled the scene but was apprehended shortly after by law enforcement. The motive for the attack remains unclear, and an investigation is ongoing.
The victim, a Belgian-Moroccan national, was found with severe injuries and pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect, also of Belgian-Moroccan descent, is in custody awaiting questioning.
Neighbors reported hearing an argument before the incident, but details have not been confirmed by authorities. The family is receiving support from local services.
