Victim in Belfast knife attack lost his left eye, court hears, as suspect named for first time - follow live

BBC reports that Hadi Alodid, a 30-year-old man, has been remanded in custody for four weeks after being charged with attempted murder in connection with a Belfast knife attack. The victim, Steven Ogilvy (in his 40s), remains hospitalized with severe injuries including loss of his left eye and damage to his right eye, along with neck and back wounds. The reporting is grounded in direct courtroom proceedings, with specific details about charges (attempted murder, threats to kill an NHS radiographer, possession of a knife), the defendant's refusal of legal representation, and the judge's bail decision—details corroborated by concurrent reporting from Sky News, LBC, and AP. The BBC's live-update format and courtroom sourcing reflect strong journalistic standards, though the headline's emphasis on naming the suspect "for the first time" reflects ongoing public interest in a case that has already sparked public disorder and anti-immigration protests. Watch for the scheduled July 8 court appearance, ongoing public order developments, and how authorities respond to threats against emergency services that the judge specifically condemned.