Two Arrested After On-Train Stabbing Near Huntingdon
Two Arrested After On-Train Stabbing Near Huntingdon
Two suspects arrested after a stabbing on a train near Huntingdon, prompting a major incident response and condemnation from the Prime Minister.
Two men were arrested after a stabbing on a train near Huntingdon, triggering a major incident response and disrupting services in Cambridgeshire. The incident involved the 18:25 LNER service from Doncaster to King's Cross, which was stopped at Huntingdon station as emergency crews rushed to the scene. Armed officers boarded the train and the two suspects were taken into custody within minutes of the first 999 call. Authorities declared a major incident and initial support from counter-terrorism policing was noted, though there is no current indication the attack was a terrorist act. The station remained closed as investigators worked to secure the area and ensure passenger safety, with rail services set to resume gradually as security measures were heightened.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the attack on social media, saying the incident near Huntingdon is deeply concerning and urging people in the area to follow police guidance. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood expressed sadness and asked the public to refrain from speculation while officials assess the situation. The investigation is ongoing, and officials emphasized coordination between local police and national counter-terrorism teams while reiterating that no definitive motive had been established at this stage. Rail services in the region faced disruption, but authorities reassured travelers that a robust police presence would continue across stations and trains to provide safety and information.
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