A 30 year old man has been charged following a violent knife attack in North Belfast. Police confirmed the charges include attempted murder, possession of a blade in a public place, and making threats to kill. The suspect is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday.
Victim treated for serious injuries
A man in his 40s remains in hospital after suffering severe injuries to his eyes, neck, and back. The attack took place on Kinnaird Avenue around 22:30 BST on Monday night.
Medical teams continue to monitor his condition while police investigate the incident.
Video shows confrontation before police arrival
A video shared widely online shows several people confronting the suspected attacker. One individual appears to be holding a hurling stick during the confrontation. Police arrived shortly after the situation escalated.
Authorities have not verified all details shown in the footage.
Police call for calm
Police urged the public to remain calm and avoid actions that could increase tension. Officers increased their presence in affected areas to maintain order and protect communities.
They also encouraged community leaders to support peaceful responses and discourage further violence.
Political response
Leaders from Northern Ireland’s main political parties issued a joint statement condemning the attack. They described it as serious and distressing and called for unity and restraint across communities.
Alleged attacker information
Police have charged a 30 year old man in connection with the stabbing. His identity has not been released at this stage. The case is now moving through the legal process.
