How could drama go to the open bridge in Bruges where Grandpa (73) and granddaughter (10) died happen? “Firefighters immediately jumped into the water”

How could the drama on an open bridge in Bruges where a 73-year-old man and his granddaughter (10) died? Both the police and those involved are currently looking for an answer to that question. That the grandfather was not familiar with the road is certain. But still: why did he ignore a closed barrier?

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