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Multiple Stabbed on Huntingdon-Bound Train as Police Arrest Two

Authorities cite two arrests, urging passengers to avoid travel due to major disruption.

Overview

  • Emergency responders mounted a large-scale operation at Huntingdon station and said several injured passengers were taken to hospital.
  • The incident occurred on a King’s CrossDoncaster service reported between Stevenage and Peterborough before the train was held at Huntingdon.
  • London North Eastern Railway blocked all lines at Huntingdon, issued a do-not-travel advisory, and warned of delays up to 120 minutes with disruption expected for the rest of the day.
  • British Transport Police and Cambridgeshire officers attended the scene, with local reports citing more than 30 police deployed.
  • Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the attack deeply concerning and thanked emergency services, as investigators released no details on casualty numbers or motive.