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Mechelen deploys private security agents for the entire month of August

Private security agents will visibly patrol unarmed in the shopping streets of Mechelen during August.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The city of Mechelen has decided to deploy private security agents in the shopping streets for the month of August. This measure follows reports of nuisance, intimidation, and fights in the area.

The security agents will patrol visibly, in uniform, and unarmed seven days a week. The deployment of these agents aims to enhance safety in the shopping streets.

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