Police in Northern Ireland are investigating if the motive for a stabbing attack which occurred in Belfast earlier this month was driven by religious ideology, hate crime or a mental health episode.
An 18-year-old man was arrested following a stabbing near the Ormeau Road on 1 March.
A 51-year-old man who was injured in the attack has since been discharged from hospital.
Police said the suspect was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.
He was detained for the purpose of assessment by mental health professionals and remains in their care.
PSNI Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck stressed that the motive for the attack has not yet been established.
"While I would stress that the motive for the attack has not yet been established, detectives are exploring a number of potential motivating factors, including the possibility that this was a hate crime, a mental health episode or driven by religious ideology," he said.
"At this time, no other persons are being sought in connection with the attack."
He urged anyone who was in the area at the time or may have information to contact PSNI on 101.
A report can also be made using the online reporting form, he added.
Detectives from the PSNI Serious Crime Branch are continuing their investigations.
