Izegem man with mental health issues rescued after 3 hours

Emergency services in Izegem spent 3 hours negotiating with a mentally distressed man on a rooftop, who had broken into his apartment after being evicted due to safety concerns. Police spokesman Carl Vyncke confirmed the man was safely brought down and hospitalized, with the public prosecutor involved in the case. The Grote Markt reopened after the incident, with officials praising the quick response of emergency teams for ensuring the safety of everyone involved.

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