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The destruction left behind after homes set alight in Belfast unrest

The destruction left behind after homes set alight in Belfast unrest

Summary

Violent protests in Belfast involved fires set to homes, cars, and bins after a stabbing incident. A man has been charged with attempted murder, while several families lost their homes, leading to increased police presence and early public transport closures.

Key Facts

  • On Tuesday evening, violent protests in Belfast caused damage to houses, cars, and bins.
  • The unrest followed a stabbing on Monday where a man in his 40s was seriously hurt.
  • Hadi Alodid, 30 years old and from Sudan, was charged with attempted murder.
  • The victim, Stephen Ogilvy, lost his left eye and has injuries to his right eye.
  • Multiple families became homeless because of fires during the protests.
  • Police increased their numbers and public transport closed early to prevent more disorder.
  • Officials called for calm amid the tensions in the city.
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