West Belfast Shock: Couple Charged After Brutal Aggravated Burglary
Chaos erupted in west Belfast early Sunday when a violent burglary left a man stabbed and a woman pushed down the stairs. The harrowing attack happened just before 3.10am in the Gardenmore Walk area, jolting the local community.
Man Stabbed, Woman Injured in Terrifying Home Invasion
The suspects—a 48-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman—allegedly carried out a savage assault. Police say the male victim was stabbed, while the female victim suffered injuries after being shoved down a flight of stairs. Residents are rattled by the seriousness of the violence.
Charged with Attempted GBH and Criminal Damage
Both suspects now face formal charges including aggravated burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), criminal damage, and attempted GBH with intent. They are set to appear at Belfast Magistrates’ Court on Monday, July 22.
The incident also caused significant property damage, with multiple windows smashed at the scene, raising fresh fears about rising domestic and burglary-related violence in the area.
Police Appeal for Witnesses as Community Demands Action
Local police have sealed off the scene for a full investigation and urgently want anyone with information to come forward. Community leaders are calling for stronger safety measures to protect residents and prevent crimes like this from happening again.
