Mohamed Reda Football Star Dies in Buggenhout Bus Tragedy

The tragedy unfolded just a few hundred meters from the school. The bus carrying Mohamed Reda from Bornem violently struck a railway convoy, leaving no chance for passengers. In the hallways of the grieving school, a space for reflection now brings together loved ones and students. On the table dedicated to the young boy rest packages wrapped during a class as well as a reflection assignment on his own identity.

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This identity, the teenager had fully asserted in recent weeks. The principal, Jolien Roef, remembers a persevering student who had finally found his place and built solid bonds. Just last week, he was calmly participating in forest classes. Teacher Tiffany Hermans describes a gentle boy, greatly appreciated in the group, but who always kept a mischievous side. She portrays a fine teenager capable of secretly preparing little pranks from his desk.

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It was also on the sports fields that Mohamed Reda let his zest for life shine. Jonathan Van Hemelryck, his Dutch teacher and football coach interviewed by VRT NWS, keeps in mind his characteristic curls and sparkling eyes. He recalls a true teenager who loved to fool around. In the condolences register, the teacher indeed praised his skill with the ball, writing: "With your left foot, you controlled the ball with style and you enjoyed the game."