Hollywood actor's nephew, 17, confirmed as one of UK train attack victims
The nephew of a Hollywood actor was among those injured in a stabbing on a train in the UK.
Several incidents are currently being investigated by police, who are treating them as linked.
One man, 32-year-old Anthony Williams, has been charged with several offences in relation to the stabbings.
In one of several incidents between 31 October and 1 November saw several people injured on the 6.25pm train service from Doncaster to London King’s Cross.
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It is understood that Isaiah Ishmael Idris, the 17-year-old nephew of British actor Damson Idris, was among those who were injured during the horrific attack.
Isaiah is believed to be among the youngest of the victims in the attack which saw several people injured, according to reports from Metro and the Daily Mail, with Isaiah reportedly being injured on his face.
On 1 November Isaiah allegedly 'staggered' off the train at Pontoon Dock station and dialled 999, the UK's emergency number.
Damson has not commented on the reported injuries his nephew received but another family member, Isaiah’s other uncle Habeeb Idris, confirmed he was injured.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, Habeeb said: “I am aware that Isaiah was involved in the incident on a train, but we are dealing with this privately as a family."
Ten people were taken to hospital by ambulance after being injured in the attack on the train, while one person also took themselves to hospital.
As of 4 November seven patients were discharged, and one patient who is a member of staff on rail network LNER is in a critical but stable condition.
Three other patients also remain in hospital following the incident.
Police are investigating a series of incidents over the course of October 31 and November including the train stabbings, and are treating them as linked.
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.”
UNILAD has approached representatives of Damson Idris and the British Transport Police for comment.
Kit Roberts