Police in the United Kingdom have arrested two suspects after several people were taken to the hospital following a stabbing on a train near Cambridgeshire in eastern England.
The appalling incident on a train near Huntingdon is deeply concerning.
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.---Advertisement---— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) November 1, 2025
A video of the aftermath of the rampage broke over the internet, showcasing the panic the incident had caused among citizens. The clip showed several vehicles and people standing on the side of the road.
As of yet, it is unclear how many people were stabbed. Rail services on the route are likely to be affected, with delays of up to 60 minutes or revisions in timings expected, the BBC said in a report.
What Happened on the Train
Cambridgeshire Police reportedly received a call regarding a stabbing incident on a train headed to Huntingdon. The train was stopped, and two men were subsequently arrested by police.
Multiple people have been hospitalized following the incident. The British Transport Police also responded to the stabbing and said that officers were assisting Cambridgeshire Police in handling the situation.
We were called at 7.39pm with reports that multiple people had been stabbed on a train.
— Cambs Police 💙 (@CambsCops) November 1, 2025
Armed officers attended and the train was stopped at Huntingdon, where two men were arrested. A number of people have been taken to hospital. (1/2)
“We are currently responding to an incident on a train to Huntingdon where multiple people have been stabbed. Officers are in attendance alongside @CambsCops, and two people have been arrested,” the BTP said in a post on X.
Panic gripped Cambridgeshire on Sunday after the stabbing incident was reported. Hours later, Cambridgeshire Police released an official update on its X handle, confirming that several people had been hospitalized.
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