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Teenager Arrested For Attempted Murder After London Train Stabbing

Teenage arrested for an attempted murder after London train stabbing at Beckenham Junction Railway station, UK.

According to the Independent UK, a teenager in London have even arrested for an attempted murder after a stabbing went on in a London train.

Two men were reportedly in heated arguments which led to the exchange of cautions to the wind. At the time of the fight, witnesses around called the British Transport Police to the scene. This unfortunate incident occurred at the Beckenham Junction railway station at around 4pm, UK time.

Footages spotted by GlobalCurrent24.com, saw that one of the two guys who were fighting , held a sharp blade in a black hoodie and a black trousers with a face mask as well. Passengers around repeatedly begged him to stop from the footages seen.

The man who got stabbed is deemed to be in his early 20s is currently in stable but critical condition at the hospital. The local police disclosed on Thursday evening that a 19-year-old guy had been arrested in connection with the stabbing and the attempted murder at the Beckenham Junction railway station.

Additionally, the sharp blade spotted in the footage had also been recovered. According to Darren Malpas, the Superintendent, authorities are working tirelessly to make public transport areas safe for the people and passengers. He added that, upon the arrest of the 19-year-old guy, the public will have a safe mind to use public transport.

A Southeastern trains communications director disclosed that they are very well aware of the unfortunate incident that happened, hence, they are collaborating with the British police for transport to secure all the public transport centers. This will bring about safety at these public transport centers. He again added that, the presence of CCTV cameras in the transport mediums will be helping the local authorities and the transport service curb any further similar incident from happening.

According to the Superintendent, any witness who is willing to get in touch with the authorities are to do so by texting 61016 and quoting reference 397 or yet still call 0800405040.

The Beckenham Junction railway station is the main station in Beckenham in the Southern part of London, Bromley. The Beckenham Junction railway can be found between Kent house and Shortlands.

The Beckenham train heads to numerous destinations from the Borough of Bromley. The trains heads to London Victoria, Orpington, London Bridge, and many more.

Authorities have assured the public of total safety at the moment after arresting the 19-year-old boy involved in the attempted murder that took place at the Beckenham Junction railway station. The public is urged to desist from any dangerous activities that could result in the potential death, hence, celebrate the Easter with a safe and sound mind.

The local authorities in Beckenham, London ensured the safety of passengers and the public ahead of the Easter celebration. Clear warnings are given out to anyone who intends on making the public unsafe at these public transport centers.

Authorities are yet to disclose the identity of the arrested 19-year-old boy.