A shocking knife attack on a high-speed train traveling between Cambridge and London has left several passengers injured on Sunday morning. The train made an emergency stop at Royston station in Hertfordshire, where armed police and emergency services rushed to the scene.
According to British Transport Police, multiple people sustained stab wounds, though the exact number and severity of the injuries have not yet been disclosed. Two suspects were arrested at the station shortly after the attack. Their identities and possible motives remain under investigation.
Eyewitnesses described moments of chaos and fear inside the train as passengers shouted warnings like “They’ve got a knife!” and tried to flee to other carriages. Several travelers attempted to help the injured while waiting for paramedics to arrive.
Police officers armed with rifles surrounded the train, securing the area and assisting emergency responders. The incident prompted a major security operation, with forensic teams examining the train and surrounding platforms throughout the day.
Authorities confirmed that the British Transport Police and Hertfordshire Constabulary are leading the investigation, assisted by counter-terrorism officers to determine whether the attack had any ideological motives. “At this stage, there is no evidence of a continuing threat to the wider public,” a police spokesperson said.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been briefed on the situation and is receiving regular updates. In a brief statement, the government commended the quick action of police and medical teams, calling their response “swift and decisive under extremely difficult circumstances.”
Rail services on the Thameslink line were heavily disrupted, with major delays and cancellations affecting routes between London, Cambridge, and Peterborough. Operators advised passengers to check travel updates as services gradually resumed later in the afternoon.
Authorities are urging anyone with photos, videos, or firsthand information about the incident to contact the British Transport Police. Additional patrols are expected on major routes over the coming days to reassure passengers and maintain safety across the network.
The investigation remains ongoing, as the country grapples with yet another violent episode on public transport – an event that has raised renewed questions about passenger safety and security readiness on the UK’s rail network.
