Kidlington shocked as man ‘stabbed’ several times’

Police say two men were caught fighting with knives in Cherwell Avenue shortly before 9pm on Sunday, April 19.

Around an hour later, a man was found with “several” stab wounds in nearby Oxford Road through the town and was treated by paramedics, a spokesperson for Thames Valley Police said.

The alleged victim, aged in his 40s, was taken to hospital with “serious” injuries where he remains in bed in a stable condition.

Police cordon in Queens Avenue, Kidlington (Image: Alex Carter)

Police officers have since arrested two men from Kidlington, including a 24-year-old and a 52-year-old, on suspicion of assault. They remain in police custody, a spokesperson for the force said on Monday afternoon.

Kidlington East councillor Fiona Mawson said the incident is a “shocking and frightening” experience for people in the area and urged anybody with information to come forward.

Fiona Mawson (Image: Contributed)

The Green councillor said: “It sounds like a shocking and frightening experience for residents in the area.

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“My thoughts are obviously with the man who was injured and his family and I hope he will make a full recovery. I’m grateful to the swift response of TVP and of course NHS emergency staff.

“I’m glad the suspects are in custody and I’m sure residents will also be reassured that they have been caught.

“As someone who has lived in the area for 33 years, I know this is a highly unusual situation and there’s no reason to believe that the neighbourhood is at any increased risk.

Police cordon in Kidlington (Image: Alex Carter)

“I look forward to more details from TVP about the circumstances that led up to this incident and if any further action is required I will of course ensure it is taken.

“I would encourage any witnesses to make themselves known to the police as soon as possible.”

A police cordon was set up around a bungalow in Queens Avenue, just behind Cherwell Avenue, while detectives carried out enquiries.

Forensic officers were also spotted in a van gathering scientific evidence at the scene in Queens Avenue on Monday.

Thames Valley Police’s spokesman said: “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.”