A rail worker is fighting for his life after stepping up heroically during a horrifying knife attack on a train near Huntingdon. The British Transport Police have reported that the staff member, one of ten injured in the attack, showed remarkable bravery during the chaos on a train from Doncaster to London King’s Cross on Saturday evening. As passengers triggered emergency alarms, the train stopped at Huntingdon, marking the site of a major police response. Our thoughts are with him and all those affected.
A 32-year-old man from Peterborough has been arrested as the suspected attacker, while another previously detained individual has been released without charge. The investigation is ongoing, with a knife recovered from the scene. Deputy Chief Constable Stuart Cundy stated that they are not looking for any other suspects and that the inquiry is progressing swiftly. Police are delving into the background of the suspect to unravel the motives behind this shocking incident.
The attack has left a wide impact, and the courage displayed by the rail worker has not gone unnoticed. Investigators are studying CCTV footage, which shows the extraordinary actions by the train staff member that potentially saved lives. Police are urging anyone with information to reach out by texting 61016, quoting reference 663 of 01/11/25.
Thank you to the public for their patience as Huntingdon station remains under scrutiny, and let’s hope for a swift recovery for all involved in this terrifying ordeal. Stay safe, everyone, and keep your loved ones close. Our hearts go out to the families affected by this attack.