MAN CRITICAL AFTER ‘ATTEMPTED BEHEADING’ IN STREET IN BELFAST
North Belfast stabbing under investigation after man left seriously injured
The incident took place shortly after 10.30pm in the Kinnaird Avenue area. Police were called to reports of a violent assault and found a man with multiple stab wounds when they arrived.
He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
A second man was arrested at the scene and is currently in police custody. He is being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder.
Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses. Officers have also urged the public not to share footage circulating on social media, saying it could interfere with inquiries and cause distress.
Local representatives described the attack as shocking and said it had unsettled residents in the area.
The motive for the attack has not yet been established. Police have not said there is any wider risk to the public.
Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.
North Belfast stabbing under investigation after man left seriously injured
The incident took place shortly after 10.30pm in the Kinnaird Avenue area. Police were called to reports of a violent assault and found a man with multiple stab wounds when they arrived.
He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
A second man was arrested at the scene and is currently in police custody. He is being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder.
Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses. Officers have also urged the public not to share footage circulating on social media, saying it could interfere with inquiries and cause distress.
Local representatives described the attack as shocking and said it had unsettled residents in the area.
The motive for the attack has not yet been established. Police have not said there is any wider risk to the public.
Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.
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