Belfast Man Arrested After Throat-Slashing Attack Captured on Video
‘Knifeman slashes man’s throat’ in ‘sickening’ attack in Belfast street before bystanders tackle him with hurling paddle

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A man was arrested following a brutal knife attack in North Belfast where a victim had his throat slashed. Bystanders intervened, using a hurling paddle to subdue the attacker. The incident has raised significant community safety concerns and prompted a police investigation.
- 01The attack occurred on Kinnaird Avenue in North Belfast around 10:30 PM.
- 02A knife was recovered at the scene by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).
- 03Local councillor Jordan Doran expressed community safety concerns, stating residents deserve to feel safe.
- 04MP Sorcha Eastwood praised bystanders for their bravery in intervening during the attack.
- 05DUP leader Gavin Robinson described the attack as 'medieval' and emphasized the need for police transparency.
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A shocking knife attack occurred on Kinnaird Avenue in North Belfast, where a man had his throat slashed by an assailant. The incident, which took place around 10:30 PM, was captured on video, showing bystanders intervening heroically with a hurling paddle to subdue the attacker. The victim sustained serious injuries and was rushed to the hospital, while the attacker was arrested at the scene by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), who also recovered a knife. Local DUP councillor Jordan Doran expressed deep concern over community safety, emphasizing that residents should feel secure in their neighborhoods. MP Sorcha Eastwood commended the bravery of those who intervened, while DUP leader Gavin Robinson characterized the attack as 'medieval' and called for police to provide clear communication to the public regarding safety measures. The PSNI continues to investigate the incident and encourages witnesses to come forward with information.
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The violent nature of the attack has raised significant concerns about community safety in North Belfast.
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