What Happened at Brussels Airport
In February 2013, armed men breached the cargo area at Brussels Airport and stole valuables from a Swiss-bound plane. The crew was held at gunpoint while attackers loaded stolen goods into a vehicle on the tarmac.
What Was Stolen and How Much
Police reported the seizure of gold, diamonds, and other high-value items from the cargo hold. Initial estimates placed the value of the stolen goods in the hundreds of millions of euros, though final confirmed losses were lower after inventory checks.
Investigation and Arrests
Belgian authorities launched a large-scale investigation that led to multiple arrests across Belgium and France. Police recovered part of the stolen goods and dismantled a network linked to the robbery, with several suspects receiving prison sentences.
For more details on the case and official updates, see the Belga News Agency.
