UPDATE: The suspect in a shocking mass stabbing incident aboard a train near Cambridge has been filmed demanding that police “kill” him before he was tasered and arrested. The attack occurred on November 2, 2025, and has left one victim in critical condition, according to the British Transport Police (BTP).
In a dramatic turn of events, authorities confirmed that the suspect, a 32-year-old black British national, was the only individual involved in this brutal attack. Initially, ten victims were hospitalized, with one remaining in life-threatening condition. The BTP revealed that Andrew Johnson, the LNER train driver, bravely intervened during the attack, displaying heroism that likely saved lives.
Witnesses reported the suspect boarding the train at Peterborough just minutes before the assault. He was recorded shouting for police to kill him before officers intervened. A video circulating on social media shows armed police tasering him as they took him into custody. A taxi driver who captured the footage stated the suspect was repeatedly shouting, “kill me,” moments before his arrest.
Authorities initially detained a 35-year-old London man at the scene; however, he was later released after it was confirmed he had no connection to the incident. The BTP has stated that while the Counter Terrorism Policing was involved in the investigation, there is currently no evidence to suggest this was a terrorist act.
As of now, five of the victims have been released from the hospital, but the investigation remains ongoing. The BTP is expected to provide further updates as new information becomes available.
This incident has sparked widespread concern and urgency as officials work to ensure public safety. The community is in shock, and many are calling for increased vigilance on public transport systems. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as authorities continue their investigation into the events surrounding this tragic attack.
