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A train crew member seriously injured while protecting passengers during a mass stabbing has been discharged from hospital.

Samir Zitouni, known as Sam, was working on board the London North Eastern Railway (LNER) train from Doncaster to London when the attack happened in Cambridgeshire on November 1.

LNER said the 48-year-old, who has worked for the firm for more than 20 years, has been credited with helping to save multiple lives after passengers came under threat.

In an update on Saturday, British Transport Police said Mr Zitouni was now able to continue his recovery at home.

"Samir Zitouni had been in a critical condition having suffered multiple injuries, and thanks to the efforts of NHS medical staff he's been able to be discharged from hospital today," a stateme

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