Belfast residents condemn rioters as 'thugs thriving on division' after stabbing sparks unrest

Summary

Belfast residents express anger, disgust, and shame over riots that erupted following the stabbing of Stephen Ogilvie. Hadi Alodid has been charged with attempted murder. Hundreds of rioters set fire to cars, homes, and a bus, and threw bricks and petrol bombs at police. Residents describe feeling alienated in their own city, disruption to daily life including healthcare access, and frustration with politicians. The unrest is seen as driven by prejudice and division, with some residents condemning the rioters as 'thugs thriving on division.'

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bskyBelfast residents condemn rioters as 'thugs thriving on division' after stabbing sparks unresttheguardian.com