Arrest made in connection with attempted murder in Oxford

It follows a stabbing on Sunday

Author: Trevor ThomasPublished 26th Feb 2024
Last updated 26th Feb 2024

Officers investigating an attempted murder in Oxford have made an arrest.

A 33-year-old man from Oxford has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody.

The arrest relates to an incident on Sunday 25th February, in College Lane, Littlemore.

Two men were stabbed in an altercation and they remain in hospital, one with life threatening injuries and one who is in a stable condition.

Investigating officer, Detective Inspector Krista Thompson, said:

“Our investigation into this serious incident continues at pace and we have now made an arrest.

“There will continue to be a large police presence and a scene watch on in the area for the next couple of days whilst we carry out our investigation. If anyone has any questions of specific concern, please approach our officers and they will do their best to answer.

“I know that this may cause concern to people, but please be reassured that we do not believe there is a threat to the wider public.

“I’d like to appeal to anyone who has any information, which you think could be useful to us, please call 101."

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