On June 2, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in Ganshoren when an 11-year-old boy named Fabian was struck and killed by a police vehicle that was in pursuit of him on a scooter.

Following the incident, the officer involved was arrested on June 9, 2025, after an arrest warrant was issued by the examining magistrate.

The officer is currently in preventive detention with electronic surveillance after appearing in court on June 13, 2025.

He faces serious charges, including malicious obstruction of traffic leading to death, raising significant concerns about police conduct during pursuits.

The investigation has been assigned to the Committee P, which oversees police actions, and it has come to light that the police failed to activate their sirens or lights during the chase, contrary to their earlier statements.

This case has ignited discussions regarding the appropriateness of police chases, especially in public spaces like parks, where safety is a major concern.