Overview
- British Transport Police said two men were detained at Huntingdon after armed officers stopped the train following a 7:39 p.m. call reporting multiple stabbings.
- Ten people were taken to hospitals and nine are believed to have life‑threatening injuries, according to an updated BTP statement.
- Counterterrorism police are supporting the investigation and the national “Plato” response was initiated then stood down, with no motive confirmed.
- LNER and Thameslink warned of major disruption on the London–Peterborough corridor, and Huntingdon station was closed with services advised not to travel.
- Witnesses reported an assailant with a large knife and passengers hiding in toilets, and officials urged the public to avoid speculation as inquiries continue.