Stephen Ogilvie

Stephen Ogilvie is a man who was seriously injured in a stabbing attack in Belfast. He is currently in the news because he was the victim of an attempted murder charge brought against Hadi Alodid, a 30-year-old man from Sudan. The attack on Ogilvie, which reportedly left him blinded in his left eye, triggered significant anti-immigrant violence and disorder in several parts of Northern Ireland. Hadi Alodid appeared in Belfast Magistrates’ Court charged with attempted murder of Stephen Ogilvie, as well as possessing a knife and making threats to kill. The events have drawn strong condemnation from political leaders, who have vowed to prosecute those involved in the rioting. Ogilvie's condition and the subsequent unrest highlight ongoing tensions and societal issues in the region.