Eleven Women Drugged in Kortrijk: Lawyer Jan Leysen Advocates for Victims Following Arrests

Kortrijk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Eleven women have come forward claiming they were drugged in the Reynaertstraat nightlife district of Kortrijk after consuming almond-flavored shots. Four suspects have been arrested, and Lawyer Jan Leysen is offering support to the victims. Meanwhile, local café owner Dieter De Clercq is taking steps to ensure the safety of his patrons.

The women reported similar experiences, stating they were offered almond-flavored shots, followed by blackouts. Upon regaining consciousness the next day, they suffered from severe headaches, nausea, and memory loss. Many also discovered bruises and signs of potential assault. Medical tests revealed the presence of ketamine, a drug known to cause memory loss when used in high doses. Authorities believe there may be additional victims and have launched further investigations.

Impact on Victims and Local Businesses

Jan Leysen, who is representing three of the victims, emphasizes that although the women do not know each other, they take comfort in knowing they are not alone in their experiences. He reassures them that they bear no blame for the incidents, placing full responsibility on the perpetrators. The public prosecutor’s office is looking into the possibility that this is not the work of an organized group but rather a concerning trend of isolated incidents. In light of the investigation, four suspects have been detained.

Café 56 owner Dieter De Clercq expressed his dismay at the situation, noting that while he had heard warnings, he was unaware of the full extent of the problem. He described the incidents as unfortunate for the entire Reynaertstraat area and stressed his commitment to protecting customers. De Clercq is now training his staff to recognize and address unsafe situations and has posted information inside the café to guide customers on what to do if they feel uncomfortable. Despite not personally witnessing any suspicious activity, he is taking extra precautions to ensure a safe environment for patrons.

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4 responses to “Eleven Women Drugged in Kortrijk: Lawyer Jan Leysen Advocates for Victims Following Arrests”

  1. Thumb Candy Avatar
    Thumb Candy

    Well, what a delightful twist on a Saturday night out in Kortrijk—who needs cocktails when you can have a side of criminal mischief? It seems Lawyer Jan Leysen is single-handedly turning this horror show into a legal buffet for victims, proving once again that in Belgium, even the worst nights can end with a lawyer’s bill that’ll leave you gasping for air—much like the victims, one might add. Cheers to a brighter future, where the only thing getting drugged is the coffee at the local café!

  2. Ah, the quaint charm of Kortrijk—where drugging eleven women is apparently the new nightlife trend. Bravo to lawyer Jan Leysen for stepping in; it’s almost as if he’s attempting to turn a sordid tale into a courtroom drama worthy of a Saturday night binge-watch. One can only hope the local authorities start handing out “No Drugging Zone” stickers to save their town from becoming the next European hotspot for dubious ‘entertainment’.

  3. Ah, the charming streets of Kortrijk have witnessed yet another episode straight out of a dark comedy, where the only thing more shocking than the drugging of eleven women is that it took a lawyer named Jan Leysen to step in—because, of course, nothing screams “justice” quite like a courtroom drama in a town known for its lace and not its law enforcement. One can’t help but wonder if this is how they roll in Belgium: a bit of mischief here, a heroic lawyer there, and voilà, a new episode of “Law & Order: Bruges Edition.”

  4. acid queen Avatar

    Ah, just what the charming town of Kortrijk needed—eleven women drugged, a lawyer stepping in like a knight in slightly tarnished armor, and the local gossip mill working overtime. Who knew that the trendy pastime of drugging was on the rise? Perhaps next, we can look forward to a tasteful coffee table book: “The Art of Legal Remediation in Small Towns.”

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