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King welcomes those who showed bravery during train knife attack

King welcomes those who showed bravery during train knife attack

Summary

King Charles met with rail staff and passengers who showed bravery during a knife attack on a train last month. Eleven people were hurt in the attack, and Anthony Williams has been charged with attempted murder. The event took place on a train traveling from Doncaster to London.

Key Facts

  • King Charles met with people who acted bravely during a train knife attack last month.
  • The attack happened on a train going from Doncaster to London King's Cross.
  • Eleven people were injured and treated in the hospital.
  • Anthony Williams, 32, has been charged with 10 counts of attempted murder for the attack.
  • Railway worker Samir Zitouni, train driver Andrew Johnson, and others were praised for their actions during the attack.
  • Andrew Johnson was praised for diverting the train to a slower track after the alarm was raised.
  • The Home Secretary praised the "breathtaking bravery" of passengers and train staff.
  • MPs called for awarding the George Cross to those who showed great bravery.

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