Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Stabbing 11-Year-Old Girl in Leicester Square

The attack left the young tourist with serious injuries, prompting praise for bystanders who intervened to stop the assailant.

Ioan Pintaru, 32, has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a bladed article.
The 11-year-old girl was stabbed eight times and required plastic surgery for her injuries.
The girl's mother was initially thought to be hurt, but the blood was from her daughter's wounds.
Bystanders, including a security guard, intervened and restrained the attacker until police arrived.
Authorities confirmed there were no links to terrorism and believe the attack was random.