Police have confirmed that the mass stabbings on train on Saturday have been linked with an attack on a teenager and an incident in a barber shop.
Anthony Williams has been charged with attempted murder after boarding the train at Huntingdon, on Saturday, which saw 11 people treated in hospital.
The British Transport Police have since confirmed the incident is being linked to three knife other incidents that took place in the 24 hours before he allegedly launched the terrifying stabbing spree.
The force said in a statement: ‘We can confirm that British Transport Police (BTP) have primacy for the overall investigation relating to Anthony Williams, 32, who was charged with multiple offences following the major incident on a train at Huntingdon, on Saturday 1 November.
‘This investigation includes any relevant offences on 31 October and 1 November. This now includes the three incidents reported to Cambridgeshire Constabulary on 31 and 1 November, and an incident at Pontoon Dock DLR on 1 November.’
Deputy Chief Constable Stuart Cundy said: ‘The criminal investigation is a priority for British Transport Police, and we are working closely with Cambridgeshire Constabulary and the Crown Prosecution Service.
‘We have also this week initiated measures to increase the visibility of police officers across the railway network to reassure both rail staff and the travelling public.
‘People will have seen officers actively patrolling concourses and trains, engaging with train crew and passengers, and covering as many services as possible to maintain safety and confidence.
‘Most importantly, the public are our eyes and ears too. If you see something that doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and text us on 61016.’