Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Belfast Knife Attack
Hadi Alodid, 30, has been charged with attempted murder after a knife attack in Belfast on Monday. He also faces charges of having a knife and threatening to kill a hospital worker.
Alodid declined legal help and said nothing in response to the charges. The victim, Stephen Ogilvie, lost his left eye.
He also suffered serious injuries to his face and back. A judge declined bail and the case was put off until July 8, 2026.
Alodid is from Sudan and came to Northern Ireland as an asylum seeker in February 2023. Belfast police say he first entered from the Republic of Ireland. The attack has since led to anti-immigrant violence across Northern Ireland.
Klear Note — Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland, part of the UK. Attempted murder is a serious crime when someone tries to kill another person.
Key Terms 3
- attempted murder A charge for trying to kill someone but not succeeding
- asylum seeker Someone who has fled their country and asked for protection elsewhere
- bail Permission to stay free while waiting for a court date