British authorities have arrested two men following a mass stabbing on a train in eastern England on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Officials confirmed that ten passengers were injured, including two in critical condition, but emphasized that the attack is not being treated as terrorism-related.
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What Happened
The violent incident occurred aboard a London North Eastern Railway (LNER) service traveling from Doncaster to London King’s Cross, one of Britain’s busiest routes. Around 7:40 p.m., panic erupted when a passenger allegedly drew a large knife and began attacking others as the train neared Huntingdon, a town in Cambridgeshire.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as terrified passengers fled between carriages or locked themselves inside toilets to escape the assailant. “There was blood everywhere,” one witness told The Times, adding that people were “trampling over others” in desperation.
The train made an emergency stop at Huntingdon Station, where armed police officers and a large team of paramedics quickly responded. Officers used a Taser to subdue one suspect on the platform before taking two men into custody.
Who Was Arrested
According to British Transport Police (BTP) Superintendent John Lovelace, the suspects are a 32-year-old Black British man and a 35-year-old man of Caribbean origin. Both have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
“At this stage, there is nothing to suggest that this is a terrorist incident,” Lovelace said, confirming that detectives are still investigating the motive behind the attack. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and conducting a detailed forensic examination of the train and surrounding area.
Victims and Emergency Response
Ten passengers sustained injuries, with two reported to be in life-threatening condition. The East of England Ambulance Service said a “major response” was deployed, including air ambulances, paramedics, and on-site commanders.
Witnesses reported seeing victims being treated on the platform and others carried out of the train wrapped in thermal blankets. The A1307 road and nearby station area were closed for several hours as forensic officers combed the scene for evidence.
Officials React
Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the incident “deeply worrying” and thanked first responders for their quick and coordinated efforts.
“My thoughts are with all those affected, and my thanks to the emergency services for their extraordinary bravery,” Starmer said.
Home Secretary Shabana Mehmood confirmed the arrests and urged the public to “avoid speculation while investigations are underway.”
Paul Bristow, the Mayor of Cambridgeshire, described the attack as “horrific” and extended his prayers to the victims and their families.
Knife Crime in the UK: A Growing Concern
The tragedy comes amid rising knife crime across England and Wales, a trend that has steadily worsened since 2011. According to the UK Home Office, approximately 60,000 knives were seized or surrendered last year under various anti-violence initiatives.
Despite increased policing and awareness campaigns, knife-related violence continues to trouble both major cities and commuter towns. Earlier this year, Prime Minister Starmer called knife crime a “national crisis” and vowed to reduce such offenses by half within the next decade.
Recent months have seen several similar incidents, including a stabbing at a Manchester synagogue in October and a broad-daylight knife attack in London that left one person dead and two injured.
What Happens Next
The two suspects remain in police custody as British Transport Police continue to reconstruct the sequence of events aboard the Doncaster-to-London King’s Cross train. Officers are appealing to passengers who witnessed the attack — or anyone with dashcam footage near Huntingdon Station between 7:30 and 8:00 p.m. — to come forward.
Train operator LNER has confirmed that services between Peterborough and London King’s Cross were temporarily suspended, with significant disruptions expected throughout the weekend.
As victims recover and investigations continue, the Huntingdon train attack has once again highlighted the pressing need for stronger knife-crime prevention measures and enhanced passenger safety on public transport.
This story may be updated as more information becomes available.
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