Watch: Police cordon scene after two people shot dead in Brussels
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Your support makes all the difference.Two people were killed in Brussels after a gunman opened fire in the city centre on Monday evening (16 October), police have said.
Local media outlets reported both victims were Swedish nationals.
Footage circulating on social media shows a man dressed in a fluorescent orange jacket firing several shots, using a large weapon. The gunman was also seen chasing a man into a building.
The man was reportedly seen leaving the crime scene on a scooter.
The incident came ahead of a qualifier game for Euro 2024 between Sweden and Belgium at the King Baudouin Stadium.
The second half of the match was called off after players reportedly refused to return to the field, while fans were advised to remain inside the stadium.
Footage showed security ushering supporters back inside the stadium and closing the gates while local transport services were also reportedly closed.
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