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Man who fought off Belfast knifeman with hurling stick named
- A man named Maitiu Mag Tighearnan intervened in a north Belfast knifeman attack using a hurling stick to defend others.
- Police arrested a suspect on suspicion of attempted murder after the victim sustained significant injuries.
- Tighearnan said he arrived by chance and acted to protect a young lad rather than wait for police.
- Public figures, including Keir Starmer, praised residents who intervened in the attack.
- Northern Ireland's justice minister Naomi Long urged calm and warned against agitation by bad-faith actors.
- Authorities described the incident as a critical incident and are continuing investigations into the attacker’s background.
- Protests were planned in Northern Ireland in response to the attack, according to a DUP MP.
- The attacker is believed to be Sudanese and to have leave to remain in Northern Ireland.
- Maitiu Mag Tighearnan hails from Northern Ireland, with the incident taking place on Kinnaird Avenue.
- The incident drew comment from political figures beyond the UK, reflecting broader concern about community safety.
- The Guardian reports the incident was documented with photos and social media posts from bystanders.
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