A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in north Belfast left a victim seriously injured.
The attack occurred on Monday night shortly after 10:30 p. m.
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in the lower Antrim Road area.
The victim, a man in his 40s, sustained significant wounds to his face, neck, and back. He was taken to hospital where his condition is described as serious.
Police arrested a suspect in his 30s, believed to be Somalian. He remains in custody.
Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson urged the public not to share images or footage of the stabbing circulating online.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the incident, calling it “sickening” and thanking first responders and bystanders who intervened.
North Belfast MP John Finucane expressed shock and said he has spoken with police, urging anyone with information to come forward.
Local Democratic Unionist councillor Jordan Doran noted residents’ concerns about community safety and said he will engage with the PSNI to provide reassurance.
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The scene remained cordoned off on Tuesday morning with ground markers visible. Police are appealing for CCTV footage, dashcam recordings, or information.
