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Nottingham Forest Owner Pledges to Fund Care for Fans After Huntingdon Train Stabbing

Police say two British nationals are in custody and there is no current indication of a terrorist motive.

Overview

  • The stabbing occurred Saturday evening on the 6:25 p.m. LNER service from Doncaster to London Kings Cross, reportedly shortly after departing Peterborough.
  • Nine people were taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and four have since been discharged, according to reports.
  • Many Nottingham Forest supporters were traveling home from the match at the City Ground when the incident unfolded.
  • Owner Evangelos Marinakis praised passengers’ “extraordinary bravery” and promised financial help to ensure access to the best medical care.
  • British Transport Police and local authorities continue to investigate the attack near Huntingdon.