Multiple People Stabbed on Train to Huntingdon – Two Arrested as Emergency Response Mobilised
Cambridgeshire and national rail services are dealing with the aftermath of a violent incident aboard a train heading to Huntingdon station this evening. Two individuals have been arrested after reports of multiple stabbings on board prompted a significant armed-police and ambulance deployment.
What happened
Shortly after 7:30 p.m. local time, the London North Eastern Railway (LNER) service from Peterborough to London King’s Cross was halted at Huntingdon station following reports of a stabbing incident on board. Cambridgeshire Constabulary confirmed they were called at 7:39 p.m. and that armed officers attended the scene, where two men were arrested.
The East of England Ambulance Service said it had mobilised a large-scale response, including multiple ambulances and tactical teams and transported several patients to hospital.
Where and how services were affected
Huntingdon station was immediately closed and all lines through the station were blocked as emergency services responded. LNER warned of major disruption across the East Coast Main Line and urged passengers not to travel unless necessary.
Witness accounts
One passenger described seeing a “large knife” and hearing another person shout, “I’ve been stabbed,” before collapsing. Others reported hiding in toilets or crouching on the floor as the train came to a halt.
Another witness told local media that the scene was “pure panic,” describing blood on the carriage floor and passengers rushing to escape once the train stopped.
Political reaction and security concerns
Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the attack “deeply concerning” and extended his thoughts to those affected, praising the “rapid and professional” emergency response.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said she was “deeply saddened” by the incident and urged the public to avoid speculation as police investigations continue.
Why this matters
Incidents of serious violence on public transport raise urgent questions about rail network security and emergency response coordination. The fact that such an event occurred aboard a moving train underscores vulnerabilities in passenger safety and may prompt a review of national transport security protocols.
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Author: Fidelis News Desk | Date: 1 November 2025
