A stabbing incident on a train in the United Kingdom on Saturday night has left several individuals injured, according to police reports.
The violent episode unfolded in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, shortly before 8 p.m. local time. Authorities revealed that two men have been apprehended in connection with the attack, which resulted in injuries to 10 people.
The Cambridgeshire Constabulary issued a statement saying, “We received a call at 7:39 p.m. reporting multiple stabbings on a train. Armed officers quickly responded, halting the train at Huntingdon, where two suspects were arrested. Several victims have been transported to hospitals for treatment.”
Huntingdon is located approximately 19 miles northwest of Cambridge and about 75 miles north of London.
The British Transport Police have taken the lead in the ongoing investigation into this disturbing incident.
The local constabulary said the British Transport Police was leading the investigation.
Ben Obese-Jecty, a British member of parliament (MP) representing Huntingdon, shared on X late Saturday that he was aware of the incident and trying to get more information.
“My thoughts are with the victims and those involved,” he wrote.
Police work at the Huntingdon, England, train station in Cambridgeshire, after people were stabbed on a train, Saturday. (Chris Radburn/PA via AP)
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer also expressed his sympathy on X.
“The appalling incident on a train near Huntingdon is deeply concerning,” he wrote. “My thoughts are with all those affected, and my thanks go to the emergency services for their response. Anyone in the area should follow the advice of the police.”
Police stand guard near the Huntingdon, England, train station in Cambridgeshire, after people were stabbed on Saturday. (Chris Radburn/PA via AP)
The local football club also sent thoughts and prayers after the attack.
“The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Huntingdon Town FC tonight are with the victims and their families from this evening’s local incident,” the club wrote on X around 11 p.m. local time Saturday night. “We send our thanks and thoughts to colleagues in the police, ambulance and other agencies supporting this that are also affected.”
