'Selfless' dad of 11 stabbed to death after answering door to a stranger
A dad-of-11 was tragically stabbed to death on his own doorstep in a vicious attack.
Ibrahim Yassin was horrifically attacked by a stranger as he answered his door at 9am at his home in Butetown, Cardiff Bay on Sunday. Family members and neighbours rushed to help the dad, described as a “pillar of the community”.
Despite being rushed to hospital and treated by paramedics Ibrahim, also known as Fuad, was tragically later pronounced dead at hospital. His distraught family said: "Mr Ibrahim Yassin was a devoted father who courageously navigated losing his wife in 2008, leaving behind their 11 children including newborn twins.
"Despite facing unimaginable adversity, he was a cherished father, deeply adored by his children. He was not only a guiding light in their lives, offering unwavering love, guidance, and support through every triumph and trial they faced together.
"Mr Yassin was known as a generous and compassionate pillar of the community, always ready to lend a hand and spread love wherever he went. Even as we mourn his untimely departure, Ibrahim's legacy of love and selflessness will continue to illuminate the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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"Though the lives of his children and grandchildren’s will be permanently changed, their paths forever altered by the profound impact of this loss."
Mr Yassin was attacked on his own doorstep (WALES NEWS SERVICE)Mr Yassin was described as a “highly respected” member of his local mosque and a 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Detective Chief Inspector Matt Davies, said: “Clearly, the death of Mr Yassin has caused immense grief and distress to his family and the close-knit community of Butetown.
"One man remains in custody on suspicion of murder, and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. There is a continued police presence in Butetown as we progress the investigation. As always, the support and understanding of the local community are very much appreciated."
Butetown councillor Margaret Lewis said: "This is very sad and really tragic especially knowing where it has happened. This is going to impact a lot of people in this area and we are trying to reach out to the family and the community to send our condolences."
Former Councillor Ali Ahmed said he was "well-respected" in the community. He continued: "He was a fantastic person, a religious person. He was always there to help people - especially to help volunteer at one of the mosques, the main mosque in Cardiff.
"He used to go and open the door for morning prayer, which is going to be difficult for loads of people, especially this winter."
The councillor said the mosque's chairman described Mr Yassin as a "pillar of the community". Mr Ahmed added the community of Butetown was "very, very close".
"They all know each other. You'd be surprised to see or hear that everyone knows everyone by name and they work together," he said.
One local man said: "This will upset lots of people as Mr Yassin was well known around here especially in the mosque where he was highly respected. He was a leading member of the Somali community in Butetown and has lots of family in the area. To have something like this happen on your doorstep and at that time of day is truly shocking."
A nephew of Mr Yassin's described him as his "beloved uncle" and said: "It just broke my heart." Another family member, Hiba Nura wrote: "A very painful death. May Allah have mercy on my uncle Fuad Hassan Yassin.
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"May Allah give us patience and faith especially the children of Fuad, aunt Nura and Hassan Yassin. Uncle may Allah give you paradise." Family friend Andy Mousloulou said: "He was a humble and kind good man and I'm all choked up."
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