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Mohammed Fuseini Robbed and Dragged From Car in Broad‑Daylight Brussels Attack

Charged by prosecutors, a 23‑year‑old suspect is detained as investigators pursue other alleged gang members.

Overview

  • Video that circulated on social media showed Union Saint‑Gilloise forward Mohammed Fuseini being pulled from his car and held in a headlock during a daylight robbery in Brussels on Sunday.
  • Belgian prosecutors said three people were targeted that morning and described the incident as a gang robbery that stole watches, phones and other valuables.
  • Police identified and arrested a 23‑year‑old suspect after a search of his home recovered items reported stolen and prosecutors charged him with theft with violence as part of a gang.
  • Fuseini was taken to hospital for a checkup, suffered non‑serious injuries and has since resumed training according to his club's statement.
  • Investigators continue to probe the scene and footage to clarify how many attackers were involved and to locate additional suspects, raising wider concerns about bold street robberies in central Brussels.