British Train Stabbing Spree: Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

A British man, Anthony Williams, was charged with multiple counts of attempted murder following a mass stabbing on a London-bound train. Other incidents in Peterborough are being investigated for connections. The attacks left eleven injured, and authorities have ruled out terrorism. Williams remains in custody awaiting trial.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 03-11-2025 21:51 IST | Created: 03-11-2025 21:51 IST
British Train Stabbing Spree: Suspect Faces Multiple Charges
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An alleged mass stabbing on a train heading to London has resulted in a British man facing multiple legal charges. Authorities have charged 32-year-old Anthony Williams with eleven counts of attempted murder, following a weekend that saw an alarming series of knife attacks.

Police are investigating possible links with other incidents that occurred in Peterborough, where the suspect is from. The incidents led to eleven injuries, including a critical case among the train crew. Authorities have confirmed that the attacks were not terror-related.

Williams appeared in Peterborough Magistrates' Court and is in custody until his next hearing. British Transport Police are leading the investigation with Cambridgeshire Police's assistance as further knife-related incidents in Peterborough are examined for any connections to Williams.

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