A quiet evening commute turned into a scene of horror in Huntingdon as a mass stabbing aboard a train left nine passengers fighting for their lives in what police are describing as a "major incident."
Emergency services descended upon Huntingdon railway station shortly after 7 PM on Saturday following reports of multiple casualties. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as paramedics worked frantically to treat victims with life-threatening injuries.
Chaos and Courage Aboard the Train
According to initial reports, the attack unfolded without warning during what should have been a routine journey. Panicked passengers reportedly screamed and fled through carriages as the violence erupted.
British Transport Police confirmed they are treating this as a deliberate attack and have launched a massive manhunt to locate the suspect. Armed officers and police dogs remain deployed across the Huntingdon area as the search intensifies.
Major Emergency Response
The scale of the emergency response underscores the severity of the situation. Multiple air ambulances were dispatched to the scene alongside dozens of ground ambulances and specialist trauma teams.
East of England Ambulance Service confirmed they treated nine patients at the scene, all suffering from serious stab wounds. All nine victims have been transported to major trauma centres across the region, where they remain in critical condition.
Community in Shock
The Huntingdon community has been left reeling from the attack, with local residents expressing shock and disbelief that such violence could occur in their town.
Police have established a major cordon around the station area, and commuters are being warned to expect significant disruption to rail services throughout Sunday as investigations continue.
Anyone with information about the attack or who may have witnessed events aboard the train is urged to contact British Transport Police immediately.
