Strépy-Bracquegnies tragedy: the harrowing testimony of two survivors
The Strépy-Bracquegnies tragedy remains a tragic event for Belgium. During a traditional carnival, a car drove into the crowd, turning a joyful celebration into a true catastrophe. Among those present that day, Maryse and Nicola experienced the accident firsthand and agreed to recount what they saw.
Maryse is a former nurse and Nicola is a former firefighter. Although these two professionals are used to handling difficult situations, they explain that they were not prepared for such a sight. They were lucky to survive, but the memories of that day remain extremely painful and vivid.
Both witnesses describe a scene of total chaos that they characterize as a "massacre." According to their accounts, the car struck the participants with extreme violence, throwing people several meters. The impact was so sudden that no one had time to react to protect themselves from the vehicle.
Today, the trauma remains deep for the survivors and for the entire local community. This testimony highlights the violence of the accident and serves as a reminder of the importance of psychological support for the victims. The investigation continues to shed full light on the circumstances of this tragedy that has left its mark on the country.