Station Stabbing: Racist Knifeman Caged

A vicious knife-wielding racist, who stabbed a member of rail staff in the back at Charing Cross station, has been locked-up for three-and-a-half years.

The still-traumatised victim suffered a broken rib and internal bleeding around his lung.

Jonathan Daniel, 21, pleaded guilty to inflicting grievous bodily harm; possessing a knife and racially/religiously-aggravated harassment.

Inner London Crown Court heard Daniel was asked by the victim to move away from the station's entrance because he was causing a disturbance and was being aggressive towards passengers on Friday, October 20, last year.

He became increasingly aggressive and as the victim turned away to radio for assistance from colleagues, he was stabbed in the back by Daniel who then ran away with the knife in his hand.

Hours later officers spotted Daniel in Leicester Square and he was arrested, while still carrying the knife he had used in the attack.

Investigating officer DC Gemma Lee said: “This was a horrific attack on someone who was just doing their job, helping to keep the railway network and those who use it safe.

“The victim suffered a broken rib and bleeding around the lung and remains traumatised by the events of that afternoon.

“There is no excuse for carrying knives or any other weapons on the rail network and we continue to work tirelessly to remove them from the railway.”