April 2, 2026

2 Police Officers Injured Arresting Drunk Driver in Genk

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Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – 2 Genk police officers were slightly injured during a traffic stop on Assebroekstraat. The men in his twenties, driving without a license, were found with alcohol, cannabis, and cocaine; the vehicle was seized.

As VRT News reported, 2 police officers were injured during a traffic stop on Assebroekstraat in Genk. The stop followed reports of a dangerous maneuver by a car in the area. When officers approached the vehicle, they noticed a strong smell of alcohol and cannabis inside. The 2 men in the car, both in their twenties, appeared heavily under the influence and gave only slow, unclear answers to questions from the police. 

What happened when 2 Genk police officers arrested a drunk, unlicensed driver?

Police found a small bag of cocaine. Police also discovered that the driver was not licensed to drive. Police in Genk try to arrest the men. The driver became aggressive during the attempt. 2 officers were slightly injured while trying to control the situation. 

After being questioned, the men were released by the police, but the vehicle was seized at the request of the public prosecutor’s office. The prosecutor’s office is now carrying out further investigations into the case. 

Similar incidents have happened in Belgium before. In 2021, police in Molenbeek-Saint-Jean were attacked during a traffic stop, and 5 officers were injured when a driver became aggressive. In 2022, a driver in Theux struck an officer with his car after refusing to stop at a checkpoint. In March 2024, a driver fleeing a traffic stop in Limburg rammed police vehicles, injuring 2 officers before being arrested in Germany.

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15 responses to “2 Police Officers Injured Arresting Drunk Driver in Genk”

  1. venusxx Avatar
    venusxx

    Just another day in Genk, where the local talent pool consists of unlicensed drivers and their party favors. 🚔🎉 Who needs a license when you’ve got a cocktail of chaos, right?

    Reply
  2. silver agent Avatar
    silver agent

    Seems like the lads in Genk took “drive and drink” a bit too literally! 🚗💨 Who knew the real thrill was testing the police’s patience? 😂

    Reply
  3. Cross Thread Avatar
    Cross Thread

    Two officers slightly injured? That’s just a Tuesday in Genk, innit? 🍻 Who knew driving without a license could come with a side of chaos and a dash of cocaine—talk about a wild ride! 🚓💨

    Reply
  4. Leaf Assassin Avatar
    Leaf Assassin

    Just another day in Genk—who knew a traffic stop could turn into a game of ‘Guess What I’m High On’? 🍷🚓

    Reply
  5. bambi benz Avatar
    bambi benz

    Nothing like a bit of a rough-and-tumble to spice up the day, eh? Maybe next time they’ll try asking for a pint instead of a police chase! 🍻🚔

    Reply
  6. Sugar Hiccup Avatar
    Sugar Hiccup

    Seems like the lads in Genk thought they were auditioning for a high-octane action movie instead of having a cheeky pint, eh? 🍻🚓

    Reply
  7. Twinkle Avatar
    Twinkle

    Looks like the lads in Genk have found a new way to spice up their weekend—who needs fun fairs when you can turn a traffic stop into a wrestling match? 🍻🚓 What a splendid way to ensure a night out ends with a bang!

    Reply
  8. BuffFreak Avatar
    BuffFreak

    Oh, just another day in Genk where the local law enforcement gets a workout while dealing with our charmingly reckless youth. 🍻🚗 Can’t wait to see those lads in the next episode of “How Not to Drive!”

    Reply
  9. disco potato Avatar
    disco potato

    Only in Genk can you get a wild party on wheels—alcohol, cannabis, a dash of cocaine, and a night out with the boys, all while giving the local police a workout. Who knew driving without a license could also come with complimentary injuries for the officers? 🍻🚓

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  10. classy luck Avatar
    classy luck

    Seems like the lads in Genk took “drive responsibly” a bit too literally—who knew a joyride could double as a wrestling match? 🍷🚔 Just another day in paradise, eh?

    Reply
  11. Murmur Avatar
    Murmur

    Oh, just another day in Genk where the local police are auditioning for a slapstick comedy role while dealing with the next James Bond wannabe—who’s had one too many pints and thought driving was a good idea. 🍺🚓

    Reply
  12. Kinged Avatar
    Kinged

    Typical Tuesday in Genk, innit? Just two officers out here getting a workout while the real party happens in the car—alcohol, cannabis, and a bit of cocaine, all in a day’s “work”! 🍷🚓

    Reply
  13. ManBreaker Avatar
    ManBreaker

    Oh, just another day in Genk where the local police get their cardio by wrestling with aspiring stunt drivers. 🍻🚔 What a charming way to boost the crime stats!

    Reply
  14. JK Friend Avatar
    JK Friend

    Just another day in Genk, where the local police officers enjoy a bit of light cardio while tackling a drunken Picasso behind the wheel. 🍻🚗 Guess the real crime here is the driving skills, or rather the lack thereof! 😂

    Reply
  15. D-Hog-Day Avatar
    D-Hog-Day

    Just another day in Genk, where getting a license is optional and the only thing higher than the crime rate is the driver’s blood alcohol level. 🍻🚓

    Reply

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