Belfast attack victim’s ‘broken’ family provide update on his condition

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleStephen Ogilvie, the victim of a stabbing in Belfast, is showing signs of improvement and could be brought out of his coma within 48 hours, as stated by DUP leader Gavin Robinson after meeting his parents. Ogilvie's family, who are 'broken' by the attack that resulted in him losing an eye and sustaining severe injuries, have expressed gratitude for support while also appealing for an end to misinformation and falsehoods. Following the incident, Belfast experienced two consecutive nights of violent disorder, leading to a dozen police officers being injured and 16 arrests after they were targeted with bricks and petrol bombs. Police Service of Northern Ireland assistant chief constable Ryan Henderson issued a stern warning to protesters, emphasising that the justice system is ready to impose long sentences for those involved in the unrest. A suspect, Hadi Alodid, has been charged in connection with the attack, facing accusations of attempted murder, making threats to kill an NHS radiographer, and possession of a knife. In fullBelfast riots latest: Stab victim may be released from coma within 48 hours as family issue new plea to end ‘lies’Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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