Boyfriend stabbed trying to save girlfriend from attacker

Alan Lawson, 18, was stabbed four times while trying to save his girlfriend, Holly Newton, 15, from her ex-boyfriend, Logan MacPhail, who killed her in January 2023. MacPhail was sentenced to at least 17 years in prison. Alan described feeling devastated and blamed himself for not being able to save Holly. He recalled the attack, stating he was focused on helping her rather than his own injuries. Despite recovering physically, Alan continues to struggle with nightmares and trauma from the incident. He received praise from Holly's family and the trial judge for his bravery during the attack.