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A valiant railway employee who stepped in to protect passengers during a mass stabbing incident on a express train has suffered life-threatening wounds, authorities stated on Sunday.

Details of the Frightening Event

Surveillance footage reportedly depicts the staff member attempting to halt the assailant as the train journeyed between a city and another station in Cambridgeshire. Witnesses recounted a frightening 14-minute duration after the train left Peterborough, with bloodied passengers fleeing through compartments.

The individual, a 32-year-old citizen from Peterborough, remains in detention for interrogation. Authorities announced a significant incident on the 6:25 pm service from Peterborough to King's Cross in downtown London.

Emergency Reaction and Aftermath

The event on the weekend resulted in 11 people being treated in medical facilities after the train made an unscheduled stop at the station in Huntingdon. Several people have since been released from medical care.

A witness recorded the suspect brandishing a big knife and being shot with a Taser as he faced officers on the platform. He was reportedly heard yelling, "Kill me, kill me."

“This awful event has created broad consequences. Our sympathies go out to the injured and their loved ones – especially the courageous member of rail staff whose family are being supported by specialist officers,” said a senior law enforcement officer.

Labor Reaction and Appeals for Measures

Rail associations were swift to commend staff and demand more action. A labor leader stated he would be “seeking urgent discussions with authorities, rail employers and law enforcement to guarantee that we have the best available support, resources and robust procedures in operation”.

A different union representative encouraged the rail company and authorities “to move quickly to review safety, to help the affected workers, and to ensure that no incident like this occurs again”.

Operator Commended for Rapid Action

The train driver who halted the train at Huntingdon was described as being “very shaken” but “well”, and has been praised by association officials for doing “precisely what was needed”.

“He didn’t stop the service in the middle of two stations where it’s obviously difficult for the first responders to reach, but he continued going until he got to Huntingdon, where the assistance was pretty much waiting,” explained a association representative.

Additional Information

Authorities stated they received the initial distress reports at 7:39 pm, and the train was compelled to make an unscheduled stop in Huntingdon at 7:50 pm.

An witness recounted at first wondering if the situation was a holiday prank, but quickly realized from people's expressions that it was serious.

Authorities have stated there is no evidence to indicate the event was a terrorist attack and have asked the community to come forward with any further details.

Rail operations on the impacted route are anticipated to have disruption until Monday, with passengers recommended to defer their journeys where possible.

Individuals with details that could assist the investigation are encouraged to contact police by texting a specific number with a case code.