A horrific mass stabbing incident on a London-bound train left 11 passengers injured, with nine facing life-threatening conditions, on the evening of November 1, 2025.
The assailant, 32-year-old Anthony Williams, was charged with multiple counts of attempted murder after his brutal attack, which was marked by chaos as terrified passengers attempted to flee.
Williams is linked to an earlier stabbing in London, raising concerns about his violent history and prompting investigations into his motives and connections to prior incidents.
An exceptionally brave train crew member sustained life-threatening injuries while trying to protect passengers, earning recognition for his heroic actions during the crisis.
Authorities quickly ruled out any terrorist motives behind the attack, emphasizing that the incident was not related to terrorism despite its shocking nature.
In response to the attack, police increased their presence at train stations nationwide, aiming to reassure the public and ensure greater safety for commuters.