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Train worker hailed hero after confronting knife attacker
Samir Zitouni, a railway employee, has been praised for his extraordinary bravery after intervening during a violent stabbing attack at a Cambridgeshire train station, potentially saving multiple lives.
LNER rail worker critical after stabbing - family hail hero
A railway worker for LNER remains in critical condition following a violent stabbing incident, with his family describing him as a hero and the train company expressing extreme pride in their employee.
LNER guard hero confronts knifeman at Huntingdon station
A quick-thinking LNER train guard is being praised for his heroic actions during a terrifying stabbing incident at Huntingdon railway station that left multiple people injured.
Hero soldier stops Huntington train knife attacker
An off-duty soldier has been hailed as a hero after confronting a knife-wielding attacker on a Huntington-bound train, preventing potential tragedy and saving multiple passengers from harm.
Airport Security Hits UK Railway Stations
Major UK railway stations are implementing airport-style security screening with metal detectors and bag searches as part of a significant counter-terrorism initiative following recent threats.
Huntingdon train stabbing victim: 'I had to fight back'
Exclusive interview with the brave commuter who fought off a knife-wielding attacker during rush hour at Huntingdon railway station, in what police are treating as attempted murder.
Huntingdon stabbings: Police probe multiple incident links
Cambridgeshire Police are investigating potential connections between the Huntingdon railway station stabbings and a series of violent attacks across the county as communities remain on high alert.
Huntingdon station staff heroic in knife attack response
Rail staff at Huntingdon station have been commended for their extraordinary bravery after confronting a knifeman during a violent attack that left a man with life-threatening injuries.
Britain's Railway Safety: The Real Story
An in-depth investigation into the safety of Britain's railways reveals surprising statistics about passenger risk, infrastructure concerns and what travellers really need to know before boarding.
More Police for UK Train Stations After Crime Rise
In a significant move to enhance passenger safety, the British Transport Police is deploying additional officers across railway stations nationwide following a worrying rise in crime rates.
Man in court over double stabbing at London station
A 36-year-old man appears in court following two separate stabbing incidents at Surbiton railway station, sparking major police investigation and transport disruption.
London train derailment near Paddington causes major disruption
A London-bound Great Western Railway service derailed near Paddington Station, causing significant travel chaos and emergency service response during Thursday morning commute.
11 attempted murder charges after Scottish train stabbings
A 44-year-old man faces multiple attempted murder charges following two separate knife attacks at Scottish railway stations, leaving victims fighting for their lives in hospital.
Airport scanners ruled out for UK train stations
The UK government has rejected calls for mandatory airport-style security scanners at railway stations following a stabbing attack, citing practical challenges and passenger convenience.
London train terror: 11 attempted murder charges
A 61-year-old man faces multiple attempted murder charges following two violent attacks at London railway stations that left victims fighting for their lives.
Doncaster Train Stabbing: Suspect Charged with Murder Attempt
A 42-year-old man from Doncaster has been charged with attempted murder following a violent knife attack aboard a London North Eastern Railway service. The shocking incident has prompted increased security measures and passenger reassurance efforts.
11 attempted murder charges after train station stabbings
A 27-year-old man faces multiple attempted murder charges following two separate knife attacks at London train stations that left victims fighting for their lives.
Huntingdon Train Attack Suspect Named
A violent attack on a Huntingdon-to-King's Cross train leaves passengers traumatised as 42-year-old Lee Peacock is charged with multiple offences including GBH and criminal damage.
Man charged with 10 counts of attempted murder after train stabbings
A 32-year-old man has been charged with ten counts of attempted murder following a horrific knife attack on a train in what police describe as a random, unprovoked assault that left multiple victims fighting for their lives.
Man charged after mass stabbing on Cambridge train
A man has been charged following a violent stabbing incident aboard a Cambridgeshire train that left multiple people injured. The attack occurred during evening rush hour, sparking a major emergency response.
Metal detectors deployed at Cambs stations after stabbings
Enhanced security measures including walk-through metal detectors are being installed at railway stations across Cambridgeshire after multiple knife crime incidents, sparking debate about public safety versus privacy.
Huntingdon train hero saves man from tracks
An ordinary commuter became an extraordinary hero when he risked his life to save a man who had fallen onto train tracks at Huntingdon station. Read the full inspiring story of courage and quick thinking.
Rail worker fights life after 15min station horror
A railway worker remains in critical condition after confronting a violent attacker during a terrifying 15-minute ordeal at a London station, as police launch a major investigation.
Knife attack on busy Welsh train sparks police manhunt
Shocking details emerge about the violent knife attack aboard a crowded train in South Wales as British Transport Police launch major investigation into the rush hour incident that left passengers traumatised.
Southport train knife attack leaves multiple children injured
Shocking details emerge after a brutal knife attack on a busy train in Southport leaves multiple children injured and a community in mourning as police launch major investigation.
Hero LNER staff critically injured in train stabbing
A courageous LNER railway worker sustained life-threatening injuries while protecting passengers during a violent stabbing incident aboard a Cambridgeshire train. Police have arrested a suspect as tributes pour in for the staff member's bravery.
Deadly Sea Creature Washes Up on UK Beach
Beachgoers issued urgent safety warning after highly venomous weever fish discovered on Kent shoreline. Experts reveal how to spot and avoid Britain's most dangerous sea creature.
Forest owner vows help after fan stabbed on train
Evangelos Marinakis vows to assist supporter injured in shocking railway incident as police investigation continues and football community rallies behind victim.
Train passenger: 'I thought I was going to die' in knife attack
Exclusive eyewitness account reveals the horror of a brutal knife attack aboard a London-bound train, as passengers describe scenes of panic and bravery during the terrifying ordeal.
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