Fatal blaze engulfs Evere café after early-morning fire alarm
A fire broke out in a café on rue Jan Van Ruusbroeck in Evere early Saturday, killing one of two unconscious patrons and leaving the other seriously injured.
Around 03:40 on Saturday, Brussels fire crews responded to a blaze at a café located on rue Jan Van Ruusbroeck near avenue Henri Conscience in the Evere district. Firefighters discovered two unconscious individuals inside; both received emergency medical care and were transported to hospital. One of the victims succumbed to injuries, while the other's condition is no longer life-threatening.
The Brussels prosecutor's office confirmed that a formal judicial inquiry has been launched. The establishment had previously been hit by fireworks on a morning in early October, causing extensive damage but no injuries. The building also houses residential apartments on its upper floors. Former mayor Ridouane Chahid noted the venue had been temporarily closed in the past.
Why it matters
The incident highlights safety concerns for public venues and prompts a criminal investigation in Brussels.
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