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Woman (27) falls into five-meter deep rainwater pit in Bruges after break-in attempt

A 27-year-old Polish woman was lightly injured Saturday night in Bruges after a failed attempt to enter her home.

Woman (27) falls into five-meter deep rainwater pit in Bruges after break-in attempt
Photo: Jean-Christophe BENOIST · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.5

On Saturday evening, a 27-year-old Polish woman was involved in an accident in Bruges after being locked out of her home. The woman attempted to get back inside by climbing over a wall, but this attempt ended abruptly.

According to reports, the woman fell approximately five meters into a rainwater pit. This incident created a dangerous situation, but the woman emerged with only minor injuries.

After the fall, the woman was taken to the hospital for further examination. The Bruges police, represented by Amberline Martens, confirmed that the lady was not seriously injured and could be treated at the hospital before being released.

Woman (27) falls into five-meter deep rainwater pit in Bruges after break-in attempt
Photo: Syced · Wikimedia Commons · CC0

The incident occurred in the evening hours and raised some concerns, although the woman was ultimately treated for minor injuries. The exact circumstances surrounding the fall are not entirely clear, as she was attempting to get inside.

It is unclear whether there were any other individuals involved in the incident, but the police have filed a report following the notification received.