Ghent Festival: “Bekerbendes” Cup Thieves Reported as More Aggressive Than Ever
Festivalgoers attending the Gentse Feesten in Ghent, Belgium, are facing an organized surge in petty crime as groups known locally as “bekerbendes” or cup gangs target reusable drinkware. According to reports from regional media outlets, these gangs have become increasingly aggressive, approaching patrons to snatch, empty, or steal deposit cups right out of their hands … Read more