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Video emerges in Overasselt case following violent raid

A video addressed to Jan G. from Overasselt threatens violence and refers to a cocaine dispute after a raid on a farm.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A personal video directed at Jan G., whose farm in Overasselt was stormed by dozens of masked and armed men on Tuesday, is circulating online. The video contains serious threats, including a warning that 'everyone will be shot dead' if demands are not met. The violent action appears to be linked to a conflict over a missing shipment of cocaine.

During the raid, a security guard was killed and two police officers were seriously injured. These events have had a significant impact on the local community and have prompted a response from the authorities.

According to reports, the video seems to confirm that there was a dispute leading up to the violent action. The men in the video demand that Jan G. return the lost cocaine and threaten violence if this does not happen.

The seriousness of the situation was further underscored by the involvement of the police, who are currently investigating the facts surrounding the raid and the video. It is not yet clear how the authorities will respond to the video's content.

The video has now appeared on various platforms and has caused concern among the authorities and in the community. There are calls for stricter measures and prevention to ensure that such incidents are avoided in the future.

The case has also attracted international attention, with several news outlets reporting on the details of the raid and the accompanying video. This underscores the urgency of the issue and the need for action against the escalation of violence related to drug trafficking.

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