Community Mourns After Child Killed in Police Pursuit

Ganshoren Mourns 11-Year-Old Fabian: Hundreds Attend Funeral After Fatal Police Car Accident Ganshoren, Belgium – Hundreds of mourners gathered in Elizabeth Park on Wednesday afternoon to pay their respects to 11-year-old Fabian, who tragically lost his life on Monday evening after being struck by a police vehicle. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community and sparked an ongoing investigation. The video footage from VTM NIEUWS shows the emotional outpouring at the funeral, with family and friends visibly distraught. The scene is somber, filled with flowers, candles, and children's drawings left as tributes. The video also shows the location of the accident in Elizabeth Park, marked by police tape and tire tracks in the grass. Jean-Marie Ottevaere, a former police commissioner for Brussels-West, expressed his concerns, stating, “It's a trauma for everyone, for the family, for the police officers involved.” He questioned the appropriateness of a high-speed police pursuit in a park, highlighting the inherent risks involved. Fabian's family, through their lawyer, expressed their hope that the investigation will shed light on how such a tragedy could occur. The lawyer emphasized the family's desire for transparency and accountability. The two police officers involved are from Wallonia, and the driver is 25 years old. The investigation by the Comité P, which oversees police conduct, is underway, aiming to determine whether the pursuit was proportionate and whether protocol was followed. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the delicate balance between law enforcement and public safety.