Protests erupted in Belfast, Northern Ireland, after the arrest of a Sudanese asylum seeker for a knife attack that went viral. The victim, identified as 44-year-old Stephen Ogilvie, suffered 'devastating' injuries, including to his eyes, neck, and back. The suspect had moved to the area days before the incident.
Anti-immigration groups took to the streets, targeting areas where asylum seekers reside. The protests turned violent, with masked protestors breaking down doors, attacking windows, and setting cars on fire. Police declared the situation a 'critical incident.'
Northern Ireland's Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson confirmed the attack is not being treated as a terrorist attack, but rather as an attempted murder. The incident has sparked outrage and fear, with far-right figures amplifying the video of the attack on social media.
