Thrift store in Mortsel sells human bones for 50 euros: "Urgent legal framework needed"

A thrift store in Mortsel sold a wooden box containing human bones for 50 euros, raising ethical concerns. The bones were excavated from a historical burial site in 1992. Genetic genealogist Maarten Larmuseau criticized the lack of legal framework regarding the sale of human remains, emphasizing their historical significance. The store's director, Koen Goemans, defended the sale, questioning whether discarding the bones would have been more respectful. The incident highlights the urgent need for regulations on the handling of human remains in such contexts.