Overview
- A man was found with stab wounds to his face and back at Brixton Underground station after officers were called on Saturday, 24 October.
- British Transport Police and the Metropolitan Police attended the scene and a man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.
- The injured man was taken to hospital and his injuries were assessed as neither life‑threatening nor life‑changing.
- Detectives have launched a criminal investigation, say they are not looking for anyone else and have asked anyone with information to contact BTP quoting reference 499 of 24 October.
- The British Transport Police leads policing on the rail network and the incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety on public transport and the need for clear passenger reporting routes.