Brothers jailed for King's Cross knife attack

Two brothers have been sentenced to prison for a violent knife attack near King's Cross station. Reece Williams received a life sentence with a minimum of 12 years, while his brother Darrell Williams was given a minimum of eight years. The attack left the victim with life-changing injuries.

The attack and its consequences

The incident took place on Beaconsfield Street on September 15, 2025. Police were called after reports of a 27-year-old man being assaulted. The victim was found with numerous stab wounds to his body and head and was taken to hospital. Medical professionals determined his injuries were life-changing.

Graphic CCTV footage showed 30-year-old Reece Williams attacking the unsuspecting victim. The stabbing occurred rapidly, lasting approximately eight seconds, before the assailant left the injured man on the ground. Reece Williams then travelled to Wharf Road, where his 27-year-old brother Darrell picked him up in a car.

Arrests and sentencing

The brothers drove home together after the attack. They were subsequently arrested on September 24, 2025, at their family residence. Both Reece and Darrell Williams pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a knife. Reece Williams entered his plea at Wood Green Crown Court on November 11, 2025, and received his sentence on November 4, 2026. Darrell Williams pleaded guilty on July 30, 2026, and was sentenced on November 4, 2026.

Detective Chief Inspector Sarb Kaur, who led the investigation, described the incident as a "violent and unprovoked attack". She stated, "Our officers responded quickly, identifying both brothers, establishing their roles and bringing them to justice." Kaur added, "These sentences send a clear message: those who inflict serious violence on our streets will be pursued and held accountable."