London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London Mayor Sadiq Khan expresses concern over the Cambridgeshire train stabbing, “horrific,” with 10 injured, two arrested as police probe the attack.
The Cambridgeshire train was stopped at Huntingdon station after the first emergency call at 7:39 pm on Saturday, 1 November.
Police reportedly used a Taser on a man armed with a large knife after a violent attack on a high-speed train outside Peterborough station. Ten people remain hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following the incident.
Where did the Cambridgeshire stabbing happen?
Authorities confirmed that the attack occurred in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.
Witnesses reported the stabbing began shortly after the train departed Peterborough at 19:30, with the first 999 call made by 19:39.
The train, running between stations, had to continue so officers could board. It was the 18:25 LNER service from Doncaster to London King’s Cross.
What did Sadiq Khan say about the Huntingdon train attack?
Sadiq Khan described the Cambridgeshire train attack as “horrific” and “deeply concerning,” confirming he is in contact with the Metropolitan Police to ensure full support.
He posted on X,
“The horrific incident on the train in Huntingdon is deeply concerning. My thoughts are with those injured and affected. I am grateful to our emergency services for their swift response.”
Mr Khan added,
“I am in close contact with the Met and transport authorities to ensure all necessary support is provided. Anyone planning to travel on LNER services today should check before they travel.”
The horrific incident on the train in Huntingdon is deeply concerning. My thoughts are with those injured and affected.
— Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan (@MayorofLondon) November 2, 2025
I am grateful to our emergency services for their swift response.
I am in close contact with the Met and transport authorities to ensure all necessary support…
What did British Transport police say about the Huntingdon train stabbing?
British Transport Police said,
“We can confirm that at 7.42 pm today (1 November), British Transport Police were called to reports of a multiple stabbing on board the 6.25 pm train service from Doncaster to London King’s Cross. Officers immediately attended Huntingdon station alongside paramedics. Armed police from Cambridgeshire Police boarded the train and arrested two people in connection with the incident, who have been taken to police custody.”
They confirmed ten people have been taken to the hospital, nine with life-threatening injuries and one with non-critical injuries. No deaths have been reported.
Chief Superintendent Chris Casey stated,
“This is a shocking incident, and first and foremost, my thoughts are with those who have been injured this evening and their families. We’re conducting urgent enquiries to establish what has happened, and it could take some time before we are in a position to confirm anything further. At this early stage it would not be appropriate to speculate on the causes of the incident.”
He added,
“Our response is ongoing at the station and will be for some time. Cordons are in place and trains are not currently running through the area, and there are also some road closures. I thank the public for their patience and their cooperation this evening which has already greatly assisted our policing response. We will update you again as soon as we have more information.”
How did the RMT respond to the Cambridgeshire train attack?
A spokesperson for the Rail, Maritime and Transport union stated,
“We are horrified by the mass stabbing attack on an LNER train last night.”
They added,
“Our thoughts remain with the train crew and passengers who were either at work or going about their business on a busy Saturday night during this awful incident. It is important we allow the emergency services and authorities to establish the full facts before commenting further.”
How did PM Keir Starmer react to the Cambridgeshire train stabbing?
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer posted on X,
“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.”
He added,
“Anyone in the area should follow the advice of the police.”
The appalling incident on a train near Huntingdon is deeply concerning.
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) November 1, 2025
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.
What did John Healey say about the Huntingdon train attack?
Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed that details of last night’s incident are still emerging and urged the public to avoid rumours.
He said,
“This was the very service that my wife and I, Jackie, took just a few hours before this attack. It’s the service I use every week to get home to Rotherham, so I can’t begin to imagine how shocked and frightened those passengers were.”
During an interview, when asked if the attack changed the UK terror threat level, the Defence Secretary said it remains “substantial.”
He added,
“The early assessment is that this was an isolated incident, an isolated attack. So there’s no reason for the rest of us not to get on with our lives, get on and travel to the places we need to get to.”
What did Shabana Mahmood say about the train stabbings?
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood called on the public not to comment or speculate, saying she is receiving ongoing updates from authorities.
She posted on X,
“I am deeply saddened to hear about the stabbings in Huntingdon. My thoughts go out to all those affected. Two suspects have been immediately arrested and taken into custody.”
Ms Mahmmod added,
“I am receiving regular updates on the investigation. I urge people to avoid comment and speculation at this early stage.”
I am deeply saddened to hear about the stabbings in Huntingdon.
— Shabana Mahmood MP (@ShabanaMahmood) November 1, 2025
My thoughts go out to all those affected.
Two suspects have been immediately arrested and taken into custody.
I am receiving regular updates on the investigation.
I urge people to avoid comment and…
What are the latest stats on knife crime in England and Wales?
Recent data shows knife crime in England and Wales has been rising since 2011, with Keir Starmer calling it a “national crisis.”
The Interior Ministry reported earlier this week that around 60,000 knives have been seized or surrendered in England as part of efforts to halve knife crime over the next decade.
Carrying a knife in public can result in up to four years in prison, while the government reported an 18% drop in knife murders last year.