Man Arrested on Suspicion of Attempted Murder After Stabbing on Coach on M6 Toll

A 41-year-old man from Northumberland has been arrested following a shocking stabbing on a coach travelling along the M6 Toll this morning.

Staffordshire Police were called to the scene at around 8:15am on Sunday, February 15, after reports that a passenger had been stabbed in the shoulder.

The incident happened on the southbound carriageway of the M6 Toll between junctions T8 and T7, just south of Cannock.

The victim, a man, was rushed to hospital by ambulance. His condition is said to be stable, and his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

A 41-year-old man from Northumberland was quickly arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. He remains in police custody this afternoon.

The M6 Toll was closed for a short time while emergency services dealt with the incident and carried out initial investigations, causing some delays. The road has since fully reopened.

A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said:

“A 41-year-old man from Northumberland was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and remains in custody. The M6 Toll was closed for a short time but has been re-opened.”

Police have not released further details about the victim or the circumstances leading up to the attack. Officers are continuing to investigate.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could help the inquiry is asked to contact Staffordshire Police on 101, quoting the relevant incident number.