The Nottingham Forest fan who bravely intervened during a mass stabbing on an LNER train, which resulted in 10 people being hospitalised, has been identified as Stephen Crean. Mr Crean reportedly told another Forest fan that he was "going to go confront him".

Despite attempts from others to dissuade him due to his smaller stature, it is understood that Mr Crean proceeded with his courageous act. He was later seen at Huntingdon station, visibly "covered in blood" and receiving medical attention.

A photograph of Mr Crean, believed to be a resident of Hertfordshire , has since been shared on Facebook by his friend, Sanj Beri. In the post, Beri wrote: "Get well soon, Stephen Crean. We are all thinking of you. One of the very best and a true hero."

The heartfelt message was followed

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