The family of Stephen Ogilvie, who was injured in the horrific knife attack in Belfast on Monday, have issued a major update on his condition as unrest continues across the city.
Family Statement
Through the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), the family said they have witnessed a lot of false information circulating on social media. They added: "It is now forcing us to clarify that our loved one is in fact in a stable condition, and we are solely focused on his recovery at this time."
The family also appealed to the media and the public: "Please give us some space. We need privacy to focus on our family right now, without cameras or people speculating about what happened via social media."
Appeal to Stop Violence
The family condemned the sharing of false information as "deeply distressing" and urged an end to the violence, saying they are "feeling disgusted" by the recent disorder. Mr. Ogilvie, 44, reportedly lost an eye in the attack on Monday evening in north Belfast.
Sudanese man Hadi Alodid, 30, has appeared in court charged in connection with the attack.
