Appeal for witnesses to assault and weapons incident

Hello Resident,

We are appealing for witnesses to an assault and weapons incident in Kidlington yesterday.

Following a report of two males fighting with knives on Cherwell Avenue shortly before 9pm, a man was treated for several stab injuries on Oxford Road just after 10pm.

The victim, aged in his forties, suffered serious injuries and remains in hospital in a stable condition.

We have arrested two men from Kidlington, aged 24 and 52, on suspicion of assault. They remain in police custody.

There is no risk to the wider public as we believe all those involved in the incident are known to each other.

However, there will be an increased police presence in the town today, as well as a scene on Queens Avenue, so please speak to a uniformed officer if you have any concerns.

Any witnesses or anyone with information should contact us, quoting reference number 43260190844.

Alternatively, people can report information to us anonymously through independent charity Crimestoppers.

Kind regards,