Beckenham train stabbing: Teenager arrested for attempted murder as victim fights for life

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A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing on a south-east London train.

British Transport Police officers had been known as to Beckenham Junction railway station shortly earlier than 4pm on Wednesday after receiving reviews that two males had been combating.

Footage shared on social media confirmed a male sporting a black hooded jacket, black trousers and a face masks holding a big blade, whereas fellow passengers could possibly be heard telling him to cease.

A person in his 20s was taken to hospital with stab accidents and is in a “critical but stable condition”.

A manhunt was launched for the suspect, with police arresting a 19-year-old man in reference to the incident. They added {that a} knife has additionally been recovered.

Superintendent Darren Malpas mentioned: “We perceive the issues of the general public following this incident and our detectives have been working tirelessly to research. I hope this arrest will deliver some reassurance to these on the rail community.

“High-visibility patrols will proceed within the space and throughout the community as a visual reassurance to the travelling public.

“Any witnesses who’re but to get in contact are urged to take action by calling 0800 405040 or texting 61016 quoting reference 397 of 27 March.