The Bende van Nijvel remains one of Belgium’s most chilling criminal mysteries. Between 1983 and 1985, this gang carried out brutal robberies, primarily targeting department stores, and left 28 people dead. One of the deadliest attacks was the masked gangsters’ raid on the Delhaize supermarket in Aalst, where eight lives were lost.
- Bende van Nijvel pleegde dodelijke overvallen 1983-1985
- Onderzoek na 40 jaar officieel afgesloten
- Burgerlijke partijen vragen aanvullend onderzoek aan
- Getuigenissen over verdachte voertuigen onderzocht zonder resultaat
- KI beveelt onderzoek naar broers Sliman
- Federaal parket start samenwerking met Frankrijk
On 2025-08-19 16:03:00, authorities confirmed that after nearly four decades, the official investigation into the Bende van Nijvel was closed due to a lack of new leads. However, civil parties still pushed for further inquiries, hoping to uncover the truth behind the violent spree that shocked Belgium.
Recent developments include renewed probes into witness testimonies and new suspects linked to violent gangs active in the same era. What new evidence could finally provide closure? And how will these fresh investigations impact Belgium’s quest for justice?
Why does this decades-old case still captivate Belgian society? The persistence of civil parties highlights the demand for answers and accountability. Key points to consider:
- Witness testimonies about suspicious vehicles near the Aalst attack led to dead ends but kept investigations alive.
- Recent focus on brothers Xavier and Thierry Sliman, violent gangsters from northern France, suggests cross-border criminal ties.
- The federal prosecutor’s office actively collaborates with French authorities to pursue these new leads.
- Despite setbacks, the determination to solve this case reflects Belgium’s commitment to victims and rule of law.
As Belgium awaits further developments, the public and victims alike must stay engaged. Could these new lines of inquiry finally break the silence? Only time will tell, but the call for justice remains louder than ever.
