# Overasselt security guard shooting

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/overasselt-security-guard-shooting
> Updated: 2026-09-06T08:55:02.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Berry Leenders, a 51-year-old security guard, was fatally shot during a violent incident in Overasselt while guarding a residence. The location had a history of being a target for violence and threats. 

Following his death, a crowdfunding campaign was launched to cover funeral expenses, raising over 12,000 euros with a target of 20,000 euros. 

Due to safety concerns, the Nijmegen student association Carolus Magnus, where Leenders had worked for decades, canceled his memorial service. While the association did not specify a concrete threat, police noted that the organization was unable to arrange sufficient security for the expected number of attendees.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-06: Berry Leenders memorial canceled due to safety concerns

The memorial for security guard Berry Leenders, killed in the Overasselt shooting, was canceled by the Carolus Magnus student association due to safety concerns and insufficient security.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berry-leenders-memorial-canceled-due-to-safety-concerns

### 2026-09-03: Berry Leenders: Funds raised for security guard killed in Overasselt

Over 12,000 euros have been raised for the funeral of Berry Leenders, a security guard fatally shot during a violent incident in Overasselt, Netherlands.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berry-leenders-funds-raised-for-security-guard-killed-in-overasselt

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