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AN 11-year-old girl who was allegedly stabbed eight times in Leicester Square has been released from hospital - after the suspect's mum broke her silence. The schoolgirl was allegedly put in a headlock and knifed eight times in a random attack in the square. The girl from New South Wales was left with injuries to the face, shoulder, wrist and neck. Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said the girl's family is receiving consular assistance. Ioan Pintaru, 32, is accused of attacking the 11-year-old, who was visiting London with her mum, yesterday in Leicester Square. He appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court yesterday charged with attempted murder. Read more: The Sun delivers breaking news, latest gossip and incredible exclusives around the world with hubs in London, New York, Scotland and Ireland. Covering topics from news, money and sport along with our famous Fabulous Magazine, The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK and one of the fastest growing news sites in the US. Stay tuned for video clips across the biggest news stories and segments from The Sun’s expert journalists. Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know. Read The Sun: Like The Sun on Facebook: Follow The Sun on X: Follow The Sun on TikTok: @thesun Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat:
