A mass stabbing incident aboard a train in the UK left 11 people injured, with two of those victims in critical condition. The attack occurred on the evening of March 16, 2024, as a London North Eastern Railway (LNER) service was traveling from Doncaster to King’s Cross station in London. Emergency services responded to reports of the attack shortly after the train departed Peterborough, leading to an emergency stop at Huntingdon train station.
Dramatic footage captured by taxi driver Viorel Turturica shows police officers using a Taser on the suspect while arresting him on the train platform. In the video, the man, dressed entirely in black, can be heard shouting, “kill me, kill me, kill me,” as he is subdued by multiple armed officers and a police dog. The incident unfolded rapidly, and Turturica recorded the scene after witnessing people fleeing the station in panic.
“I was waiting for a passenger at Huntingdon when I saw the chaos,” Turturica explained. “Then, 10 seconds later, a man dressed in black holding a huge kitchen knife ran past my car.” He noted that police arrived moments later, responding to the suspect’s shouts, and subsequently deployed a Taser to control the situation.
According to eyewitness reports, police officers shouted commands to the suspect, demanding that he drop his weapon. The video shared with a local media outlet, the Sun, depicts the urgency of the situation as officers yelled, “Get him in a f–king hold!” and “Give me your hands now.”
Following the attack, two suspects were arrested on charges of attempted murder. Investigators have not disclosed details about the second suspect, but authorities are conducting a thorough inquiry into the incident to determine the motive behind the attack.
The incident has raised concerns regarding public safety on transportation systems in the UK. Witnesses have reported feeling a sense of fear and urgency, as the situation unfolded just before 19:30 local time. Emergency services worked swiftly to assist the injured, and those affected by the incident received immediate medical attention.
As investigations continue, the local community is left grappling with the aftermath of this shocking event. The response from law enforcement has been praised for its rapidity and effectiveness, but the emotional toll on those present during the stabbing remains significant.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by public transport users and the importance of maintaining safety protocols. Further updates from law enforcement are expected as they continue to piece together the events surrounding the attack.
