Man to go on trial for attempted murder in Belfast
A man accused of a serious knife attack in Belfast will stand trial for attempted murder, a judge has ordered.
Hadi Alodid, a 31-year-old man from Belfast, is set to face trial for the attempted murder of Stephen Ogilvie, according to a recent court order. Alodid appeared in the city's magistrates' court via video link. He is accused of the attack that took place on June 8th. The court heard that Ogilvie suffered severe injuries during the incident, losing his left eye and sustaining deep cuts to his head, face, and back.
Police have previously stated that Alodid may have origins from Chad. He faces additional charges including threats to kill an NHS radiographer and possession of a knife.
Alodid was brought to court by video link from Maghaberry Prison for the preliminary inquiry hearing. He was formally notified of the charges against him and opted not to respond. The judge, satisfied there was sufficient evidence to proceed, transferred the case to the crown court for a fixed date.
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