Kortrijk (Eurotoday): Since May 2023, seven young women in Kortrijk reported suspected druggings in local bars, with a concerning pattern involving shots tasting like almonds. Investigations led to four arrests, highlighting the need for safety in nightlife.
Since May last year, seven young women in Kortrijk have told the authorities that they think they were drugged in local bars and cafes. Prosecutor Tom Jansens pointed out a worrying pattern, each woman remembers being offered a drink, usually a shot that tastes like almonds, similar to amaretto. This is concerning because that flavor might hide the taste of drugs often used in sexual assaults. The women reported losing their memory after drinking, waking up the next day with no memory of what happened, often with bad headaches and signs that they had sexual encounters. They mentioned that this has led to serious investigations to ensure the safety of women in the nightlife scene.
Are young women Safe in Kortrijk’s Nightlife?
Several young women were reportedly drugged in cafés on Burgemeester Reynaertstraat, a popular nightlife street in Kortrijk. Some were also targeted in other bars. Police suspect there are more victims than the seven known cases, as many may feel embarrassed or hesitant to report it due to memory loss. Authorities are urging anyone with concerns to contact them, as more information could help catch those responsible. Ketamine, a drug often used in such incidents, can be detected in hair for a long period, which could help in the investigation.
The investigation into recent cases of drugging in Kortrijk is continuing, with police arresting four men after searching nightlife spots. Prosecutor Jansens said that two men were released with conditions, one is being monitored for another case, and the last was released after questioning. Authorities think this is a worrying trend rather than a gang issue. They are encouraging young people to stick together when they go out to help prevent more victims.
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3 responses to “Seven Women Drugged in Kortrijk Bars: Investigation Led by Prosecutor Tom Jansens”
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Ah, the charming nightlife of Kortrijk, where a jolly evening out can swiftly turn into a criminal investigation—who knew the local bars were serving “spiked” cocktails alongside their artisanal beers? Prosecutor Tom Jansens must be thrilled to trade in the usual issues of rowdy customers for a real-life episode of a crime drama. One can only hope that the next round of “entertainment” involves less drugging and more dancing, or at least a decent explanation for the lack of fun at the funfair!
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Ah, nothing says a night out in Kortrijk quite like a charming cocktail of intrigue and criminality, where the local prosecutor, Tom Jansens, takes on the role of the night’s unsung hero. Who knew that the city’s bar scene would provide an unexpected twist worthy of a dark European comedy? One might think the only thing on the menu was a good pint, but perhaps it’s time for a strong reminder that some nights are better left uncorked!
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Well, it seems the nightlife in Kortrijk has taken a rather *unique* turn, with Prosecutor Tom Jansens leading the charge against the local bar scene—because who wouldn’t want a side of intrigue with their pint? One can only imagine the marketing slogan: “Kortrijk, where the drinks are strong and the uninvited surprises are stronger!” Perhaps a cheeky pint of “Not Again” should be on the menu for the next round of nightlife inspections.
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