A tragic vehicle accident near the Verbrande Brug riding school has shocked the local community in Flemish Brabant. Emergency services received a call around 03:09 on 2025-08-03 11:23:00 after a car crashed into an electricity pole. This serious incident involved two people inside the vehicle.
- Hulpdiensten ontvingen oproep om 03.09 uur
- Voertuig botste tegen elektriciteitspaal nabij manège
- Eén slachtoffer overleden, ander naar ziekenhuis gebracht
- Bestuurder uit Merchtem kwam om bij ongeval
- Voertuig reed met hoge snelheid op verkeersremmer
- Ongevallenomstandigheden worden nog onderzocht
According to Wouter Jeanfils, spokesperson for the Vlaams-Brabant West fire zone, one victim was transported to the hospital, while the other sadly died at the scene. Mayor Bart Coopman confirmed that the driver, a man from Merchtem, lost his life after speeding over a traffic calming measure, and his partner was taken to hospital.
What caused this fatal crash remains under investigation, but the impact on the local community is clear. How can such accidents be prevented on Belgian roads? What lessons should authorities take from this event? The following summary provides a clear overview.
This accident raises important questions about road safety and driver behaviour in Belgium. Could improved traffic calming measures or stricter enforcement reduce such tragedies? Key points to consider include:
- The dangers of speeding on local roads
- The effectiveness of current traffic calming installations
- Emergency response times and victim outcomes
- The need for public awareness campaigns on road safety
As investigations continue, it is vital that Belgian drivers remain vigilant and adhere to speed limits. Communities and policymakers alike must work together to enhance road safety and prevent future tragedies on our roads.
