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Stephen Ogilvie’s family give update on condition and slam 'disgusting' riots
Stephen Ogilvie’s family said he is in stable condition and urged an end to violence after false social media claims about his death spread.
- On Monday, Stephen Ogilvie suffered serious injuries in a Belfast knife attack; his family confirmed Thursday he remains stable and improving. Hadi Alodid, 30, appeared in court Wednesday charged with attempted murder and possession of a knife.
- Two nights of violent disorder followed the attack, resulting in 16 arrests and 12 injured police officers. Mobs set fire to homes, cars, and a bus, prompting water cannon deployment in Co Antrim on Wednesday night.
- Ulster Unionist Party leader Jon Burrows condemned the intimidation of healthcare workers, calling those responsible 'the scum of the earth.' Ogilvie's family urged an end to the disorder, stating 'overnight unrest is not welcome.'
- PSNI Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson announced police will be 'back on the ground' with 'bolstered' numbers on Thursday evening. Henderson warned the justice system 'stands ready to give long sentences to those bringing disorder to our streets.'
- Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn, Irish Justice Minister Jim O Callaghan, and Stormont Justice Minister Naomi Long discussed preventing 'abuse' of the Common Travel Area following the incident involving Alodid. Ministers aimed to address border control concerns.
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