A 38-year-old Belgian man has been convicted of the manslaughter of seven people after deliberately driving into a carnival parade in March 2022. The driver was filming himself for social media at the time of the incident, reaching speeds of 170 km/h. Prosecutors argued the act was intentional, while the defense claimed a lack of intent. The court found him guilty and he now faces a potential 30-year prison sentence. The crash occurred during a carnival procession, resulting in multiple fatalities and widespread shock. The sentencing marks the conclusion of a high-profile case that drew national attention in Belgium. The driver’s motive centered around seeking attention online through the reckless act.