Shmira is committed to keeping our Jewish community in Flanders (Belgium) safe and informed. Below, you'll find an overview of recent incidents in our area. We believe that awareness is key to prevention and community support.
FLANDERS (BELGIUM)
SOURCE: SHMIRA / CKJGA
Antwerp
A Jewish individual on a bicycle had an object thrown at them by a group of young individuals. During the incident, antisemitic slurs were also shouted.
Antwerp
An individual of Middle Eastern origin physically assaulted a Jewish young man on in Antwerp. Shmira volunteers intervened, and police subsequently arrested the suspect.
Antwerp
In Antwerp, a Jewish couple was subjected to harassment by three teenagers. The teenagers verbally abused the couple, threw projectiles at them, and continued to follow them.
Antwerp
An incident occurred where four men of North African background were reportedly throwing firecrackers at Jewish pedestrians.
Antwerp
A man of Eastern European background was threatening Jewish pedestrians.
Antwerp
An individual of Ukrainian background physically assaulted a Jewish person. The incident was reported to the police and Shmira.
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