Hero who fought 'Belfast knifeman' breaks silence in first live TV interview

The Belfast streets interview highlights Maitiu Mág Tighearnán, who intervened to stop a suspected knifeman, recounting his actions in his first live TV appearance. On Good Morning Britain, he described discovering Stephen Ogilvie after an attack on Monday night, June 8, in the Kinnaird Avenue area of North Belfast, and using his son’s hurling stick to subdue the suspect, Hadi Alodid, 30. Alodid faces charges including attempted stabbing murder and threats to kill an NHS radiographer. Maitiu emphasized Belfast’s community spirit and his instinct to help, noting the response has been overwhelming and that he would like to visit Ogilvie as he recovers. A fundraiser has been launched to recognize Maitiu’s bravery, and he stressed his preference for a low profile despite the attention.