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Belfast Knife Attack Victim Named as Violent Protests Break Out

Police said the suspect is charged with attempted murder and related offences after the attack left the victim in a serious condition.

  • Police charged a 30-year-old Sudanese man with attempted murder following Monday's stabbing on Kinnaird Avenue in north Belfast. He faces a court appearance on Wednesday.
  • Demonstrations escalated into sporadic disorder across Belfast following the attack, with protesters setting fire to vehicles and businesses. Northern Ireland's Justice Minister Naomi Long condemned the violence, calling masked men's actions "disgusting cowardice."
  • Members of the public, including Maitiu Mag Tighearnan, intervened during the stabbing, using a hurling stick to stop the attacker. PSNI Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson praised those who "ran towards danger to intervene."
  • British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer described the attack as "sickening," while First Minister Michelle O'Neill denounced the subsequent rioting as "outright thuggery." Both leaders urged communities to reject violence.
  • Although official figures show knife crime in Northern Ireland remains near historic lows, recent attacks in Belfast and London have reignited public concern. Experts note that graphic online content amplifies the perception of surge.
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GB News broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
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