Three STIB security guards were attacked at De Brouckère station on Sunday afternoon, Cindy Arents, spokesperson for the Brussels public transport company, confirmed to Belga. The assailant has been arrested.
The attack occurred shortly before 15:00. The assailant "threw something at the three agents," the spokesperson continued, without confirming that it was ammonia as claimed by some media.
The victims "were taken to hospital for a check-up," she added. The assailant was arrested on the spot by the police.
The incident was followed by widespread anger among the security staff, with some officers deciding to go on strike. "The police then took over to ensure safety on the network," commented Ms Arents. However, staff soon returned to work.
