A major police incident unfolded at Huntingdon railway station on Thursday afternoon when officers were forced to deploy a Taser on a man reportedly brandishing a knife on the platform.
The dramatic confrontation occurred around 4:30 PM, triggering a significant emergency response and bringing rail services to a standstill during the busy evening commute. British Transport Police confirmed they were called to reports of a man in possession of a knife at the Cambridgeshire station.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as police officers surrounded the individual on the platform before using the electroshock weapon to bring the situation under control. One commuter reported seeing "multiple police vehicles and officers swarming the station" while another spoke of "tense moments" as the standoff developed.
The incident caused immediate and widespread disruption to Thameslink and Great Northern services, with trains between Peterborough and London King's Cross either cancelled or severely delayed. Network Rail issued alerts to passengers warning of extended journey times and advising alternative travel arrangements.
A British Transport Police spokesperson stated: "Officers were called to Huntingdon railway station at around 4:30 PM today following reports of a man in possession of a knife. A Taser was deployed and a man has been arrested. He is currently in police custody."
The spokesperson confirmed that no members of the public or police officers sustained injuries during the incident, though paramedics were called to the scene as a precautionary measure.
Station facilities were temporarily closed while police conducted their investigation, with passengers being directed away from the platform area. The disruption lasted several hours as forensic teams worked at the scene and rail operators worked to restore normal service.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety on Britain's railway network and the challenges faced by transport police in dealing with potentially dangerous situations in crowded public spaces.
