A heartbroken family has paid tribute to the chef and ‘dedicated father’ that was stabbed to death on a tram in front of horrified passengers. 

Kyle Knowles, 32, of Sherwood, died on Monday morning after he was stabbed on a tram while approaching the Highbury Vale stop in Nottingham.

His loved ones are honouring his ‘loving soul and cheeky character’, adding that they know he has ‘returned to the place where stardust is made’.

A 24-year-old man was arrested within minutes of police arriving at the scene and was taken to hospital after suffering injuries to his hands.

The suspect remains under arrest and will be taken directly into Nottinghamshire Police custody for questioning when he is released from hospital. 

A statement released by Mr Knowles’ family today paid tribute to the victim as they continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

It read: ‘A dedicated father and chef with a loving soul and cheeky character, who was yet to find his place on this Earth. You’ve now returned to the place where stardust is made, reunited with friends you once lost.

‘Left behind is a loving mother, father, three brothers and your children, who all love you very much, and will see you again one day. Until then, set the table and pour the drinks.’

High-visibility patrols have increased both onboard trams and in the area in the wake of the incident and officers will be continuing to provide reassurance to the public and addressing any concerns they may have. 

Police say detectives are continuing to pursue multiple lines of inquiry including checking CCTV, speaking to witnesses, and working with partners to understand exactly what led to Mr Knowles’ tragic death. 

Detective Chief Inspector Clare Dean, who is leading the investigation, said: ‘I would firstly like to say that our thoughts are very much with all of Mr Knowles’ family and friends at what is an incredibly difficult time for everyone who knew him. 

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‘What happened on Monday we know has caused concern among the community, but I want to reassure people we have a team of highly skilled detectives working extremely hard to establish the circumstances of this tragic incident.’

Mr Knowles was  knifed on board the Nottingham Express Transit at 11.10am on Monday as the tram approached the Highbury Vale stop in Basford, a northerly suburb of the city.

Witnesses claimed a man had pulled a knife out of a rucksack and started waving it at people, as passengers screamed for the driver to stop. Some described the carriage as ‘a bloodbath’. 

DCI Dean, addressing the fear among community members, reiterated that police are investigating the incident and do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the public.

‘This incident took place on a tram with other passengers and staff onboard and we know what people witnessed on Monday will have affected them – which is why we want to make people aware of the Notts Victim CARE system where you can speak to a trained professional for emotional support,’ she said.

‘I also want to reassure people that we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

‘This remains an ongoing investigation that is moving at speed, but I still want to urge anyone with any information, especially mobile phone footage, to come forward. Any piece of information or footage you give us, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could be vital in helping us with our inquiries.’

Nottinghamshire Police said anyone with any information or mobile phone footage of the incident at Highbury Vale tram stop today should contact 101, quoting incident number 274 of 26 June 2023, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. 

Notts Victim CARE is available to anyone who has been directly or indirectly affected by the incident and is a free system for anybody to use. You can contact 0800 304 7575. The helpline is open Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and Saturday from 9am until 5pm.

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