27/07/2026

Man Arrested After Stabbing In Belfast City Centre

A 32-year-old man has been arrested after a stabbing in Belfast city centre on Saturday evening, 25 July. Police were called to the Bank Square area at around 8.30pm after a man in his 30s sustained injuries.

Detective Sergeant McGearty said: "At approximately 8.30pm police received a report that a man, aged in his 30s, sustained injuries consistent with stab wounds to his torso and leg.

"It's understood the man was injured following an altercation with a number of other people in the Bank Square area of the city.
News Image
"The victim was taken to hospital for injuries believed to be serious, but not life-threatening, at this time.

"A 32-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm.

"He remains in custody at this time as enquiries continue. Anyone with information that could assist our investigation is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1530 25/07/26."

Information can also be provided through the non-emergency online reporting form at reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/.


Latest Northern Ireland News

27 July 2026
Care Assistant Sentenced For Ill-Treating Dementia Patients
A 28-year-old care assistant from Armagh has been sentenced at Craigavon Crown Court for seven counts of ill treatment of patients under the Mental Health Order (NI) 1986. Ciara Corvan was given a two-year probation order and ordered to complete 100 hours of community service.
27 July 2026
Tributes Paid Following Death of Renowned Broadcaster Gerry Kelly
Tributes have poured in from across politics, media, and sport following the death of veteran Northern Ireland broadcaster Gerry Kelly at the age of 77. The Ballymena-born journalist and presenter passed away at his home on Sunday surrounded by his family, following an illness.
27 July 2026
Burrows Condemns Bail Decision In Alleged Bomb Plot Case
Ulster Unionist Party leader Jon Burrows MLA has criticised the decision to grant bail to a woman charged in connection with the alleged transport of explosives intended for Northern Ireland, describing it as "deeply concerning".
27 July 2026
Hazzard Urges Swift Crackdown On Illegal E-Scooters And Scramblers
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has called for immediate action to curb the illegal and anti-social use of high-powered scramblers, e-bikes and e-scooters, saying a nuisance has escalated into a public safety crisis. He has written to Justice Minister Naomi Long urging urgent measures to address the issue.
27 July 2026
Justice Minister Hails Cross-Border Operation After Monaghan Bomb Seized
Northern Ireland’s Justice Minister, Naomi Long, has condemned a planned bomb attack after security partners intercepted a significant explosive device in County Monaghan.
27 July 2026
Man Arrested After Stabbing In Belfast City Centre
A 32-year-old man has been arrested after a stabbing in Belfast city centre on Saturday evening, 25 July. Police were called to the Bank Square area at around 8.30pm after a man in his 30s sustained injuries. Detective Sergeant McGearty said: "At approximately 8.
27 July 2026
Appeal For Information After Sudden Death In Belfast Lough
Detectives are appealing for information after a sudden death in Belfast Lough. The woman, who was in her 30s, had been aboard a sailing boat travelling from Groomsport along Belfast Lough towards Carrickfergus earlier that day. Officers believe the vessel left Groomsport at around 12pm. Following searches in the area, it was found 2.
27 July 2026
Accessibility At The Fore For Belfast’s August Fleadh
Accessibility will be front and centre when Belfast hosts the Fleadh in August, with Belfast City Council and partner organisations committing to an inclusive experience for all.
27 July 2026
Bank Of Ireland Launches Speak Easy Cards In All Branches
Bank of Ireland has rolled out Speak Easy Cards across its branch network to help customers with communication difficulties explain their banking needs more easily and access support independently.
27 July 2026
PHA Marks Belfast Pride With Call For Open Conversations On Sexual And Mental Health
Marking the 35th year of Belfast Pride, Northern Ireland's Public Health Agency (PHA) has underlined advances in tackling stigma and promoting the health and wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ people, while stressing the continuing importance of sexual and mental health.