Story highlights Threat level remains at 3, a "possible and likely threat"

The incident was a failed bombing, senior Belgian counterterrorism official says

(CNN) A suspect was fatally shot at Brussels Central Station Tuesday after a failed bombing that Belgian authorities are calling a terrorist attack.

A "small explosion" went off in the transportation hub around 8:30 p.m., Belgium Prosecutor's Office spokesman Eric Van Der Sypt said in a news conference Tuesday.

"The suspect was neutralized by soldiers," Van Der Sypt said. He later confirmed the suspect was dead but declined to identify him or say if he was known to authorities.

No civilians were injured in the attack, which set off panic as people ran for cover.

The Belgian Foreign Ministry said there is no indication of other incidents but the threat level remains at 3, which warns of a "possible and likely threat."

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