A man who courageously intervened to protect train passengers from an attacker in Huntingdon has shared a statement emphasizing that he simply acted on instinct. Stephen Crean, the modest hero of the incident, downplayed his actions, stating that he considers himself an ordinary individual.

On his way back from a football match between Nottingham Forest and Manchester United, Crean found himself on a train bound for Huntingdon station. As chaos erupted on the train, with panicked passengers warning of a knife-wielding individual, Crean found himself face-to-face with the assailant.

Engaging in a confrontation, Crean managed to disarm the attacker but sustained severe injuries to his hands and required stitches on his lower back and buttock. After fleeing to a vacant toilet on the train to tend to his wounds, he was eventually transported to Huntingdon station where he received medical attention.

Despite undergoing treatment for his injuries, Crean remains humble, rejecting any hero labels. He expressed gratitude for being able to slow down the attacker and has no regrets about his actions. The Nottingham Forest fan, who has been attending games for over five decades, is determined to return to supporting his team once he recovers from his injuries.

Meanwhile, Anthony Williams, a 32-year-old from Peterborough, has been charged with multiple offenses, including attempted murder, following the violent incident on the train. Several individuals were hospitalized as a result of the attack, with some still in critical condition.

The club owner has offered to cover medical expenses for affected fans, but Crean has declined the assistance, believing others may require it more urgently. Despite the ordeal, he remains resolute in his support for Nottingham Forest and looks forward to attending future matches as soon as he is able.