Woman stabbed to death on Atlanta MARTA train; 1 arrested

Woman fatally stabbed on Atlanta MARTA train

A person is in custody after being accused of stabbing a woman to death on a MARTA train near Oakland City. 

ATLANTA - A woman was stabbed to death on a MARTA train near the Oakland City Station on Saturday, prompting an immediate arrest and a temporary suspension of normal rail operations, according to transit authorities.

What we know:

MARTA police officers responded to the transit line around noon on Saturday after receiving a report of a stabbing on a train. Officers immediately arrested a suspect at the scene, according to transit authorities.

Emergency medical workers treated the wounded woman at the scene, but she died from her injuries. Following the violent incident, normal rail service was halted on Saturday to allow for the investigation. Normal operations have since resumed. 

MARTA police said several bystanders witnessed the crime. 

"This appears to be a senseless act of violence, and our thoughts are with the victim's loved ones and those who witnessed this horrific incident," MARTA said in a statement. 

"We understand the concern and fear incidents like this can cause for those who ride and work on the MARTA system. MARTA Police are actively investigating and remain committed to the safety and security of our riders and employees," MARTA added.

What we don't know:

Officials have not released the names or identities of the victim and the suspect who was taken into custody. Police have not yet confirmed what motivated the stabbing.

What they're saying:

The incident has left several people who use public transit concerned, especially since another person was stabbed at the Georgia State MARTA station last weekend. That victim survived their injuries. 

"It's crazy, just need more security, for real. Watching everywhere. They really need to block it off where homeless people can't come in because it's getting bad out here," Mantonio Huff, a MARTA rider said.