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Tribute to Olivier Francotte, sergeant-major of the Brussels firefighters

Brussels pays tribute to Olivier Francotte, sergeant-major of the Brussels firefighters who died on August 14 during an intervention in Treurenberg. National funeral at Koekelberg Basilica.

Today, Brussels pays tribute to one of its own.

In silence and dignity, the procession accompanies Olivier Francotte, sergeant-major of the Brussels firefighters, who died on August 14 while intervening in the Single Resolution Board building, in Treurenberg.

A man who lost his life while providing assistance. A commitment to the very end, in the service of others.

All our thoughts go out to his family, his loved ones, as well as to all his colleagues from the Brussels fire department. We also do not forget the three people seriously injured during this intervention.

On this day of national funeral at Koekelberg Basilica, Brussels bows down and pays tribute to Olivier Francotte.

Thank you for your courage, your commitment, and your dedication.

Rest in peace.

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