The alleged victim, in his 40s, remains in hospital in a stable condition having been found in Oxford Road at around 10pm on Sunday, April 19.

Meanwhile, the two men from Kidlington, aged 24 and 52, who were arrested on suspicion of assault have been released on conditional police bail until July 13.

Detectives set up a police cordon in Queens Avenue on Monday with forensic officers seen gathering evidence at a house.

Police cordon in Queens Avenue, Kidlington (Image: Alexandra Carter / Newsquest)

At around 9pm on Sunday, the initial call came into the police alleging that a knife fight had broken out in Cherwell Avenue.

Officers have now turned their attention to tracing a man that may have ran from the scene, saying he was potentially involved with what happened with the police scene in Queens Avenue now removed.

The wanted man is described by the force as being either black or mixed race, around 6ft tall, of large build, with black cornrows or mini dreads, wearing black-rimmed glasses and a grey tracksuit and carrying a black rucksack.

In an update on Tuesday afternoon, Thames Valley Police said officers are keen to talk to anyone living in the area with CCTV or video doorbells.

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They are also appealing for any drivers with dash-cams that were driving in the area between 8pm and 10.30pm on Sunday to check their footage for anything that could help with the investigation.

Investigating officer detective sergeant Mark Personius, of the Oxfordshire criminal investigations department, said: “We are appealing for any witnesses to this assault in Kidlington to please come forward.

“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 so please speak to a uniformed officer if you have any concerns.”

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.

The Green councillor added: “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.”

An anonymous resident of Cherwell Avenue said on Monday that police officers knocked on his window at around 12.30am on Monday, asking to look through camera footage from their ring doorbell.

Any witnesses or anyone with information should contact Thames Valley Police, quoting the reference number 43260190844.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

Attendees at this years National Drive It Day at the Mini Plant Oxford, will get together to celebrate three car models.

On Sunday, the plant is celebrating 50 years of the Rover SD1, 40 years of the Rover 800 and 25 years of the modern Mini, all which have been built at Cowley.

Organiser of the Oxford event Tanya Fields, a vintage car enthusiast, has been putting on events in Cowley since 2014, keeping the 112-year history of the plant alive.

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She said: “This year’s event is really for everybody, classic car drivers, the local community, past and present employees.

“The idea of the event is that it’s meant to be really accessible, and people can come and go as they like.”

A 1964 Rover MINI (Image: Tanya Fields)

The focus on Cowley’s car history comes as part of a wider, national Drive It Day, which was created by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs in 2005.

The date is set every year to be as close to the anniversary of the One Thousand Mile Trial, which took place on April 23, 1900, and saw leading motorists racing from London to Edinburgh and back at the advent of the car as we know it.

A total of 83 cars left from Grosvenor Place in London, with just 35 returning 11 days later to complete the historic race.

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The federation represents 500 clubs, all of which will be out and about in vintage cars on Sunday.

This year’s Drive It Day is aimed at fundraising for the NSPCC’s Childline Service, with attendees able to donate online or on the day.

There is also an opportunity for visitors to explore the plant and its dedicated museum, with a detailed history of the plants Mini production over the year.

Ms Fields will provide visitors with free tea, coffee and refreshments, the option to donate.

The 2001 Modern MINI’s on display (Image: Tanya Fields)

This year attendees will also see drone footage of cars spelling out the word Mini, with the plant hoping to get as many of their modern cars together to film the video.

Ms Fields added: “It’s so amazing we have the plant’s support for all these years, and they are so enthusiastic about joining in on Drive It Day.

“I think we are the only motor manufacturing production site that joins in with the national event so it’s really nice to see the local community get together.”

Organisers of the event also encourage classic car owners to bring their vehicles, not just Minis.

Lesbian Visibility week runs from Monday, April 20 to Sunday, April 26 and this year’s theme is Health and Wellbeing.

Events run nationwide and queer people can find numerous events happening across Oxfordshire in the run up to Oxford Pride.

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One highlight is “Book at Lunchtime: A Queer Scrapbook,” taking place at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities.

Hosted by The Oxford Research Centre in the Humanities (TORCH), the session explores A Queer Scrapbook: Britain and Ireland since 1945, a collection documenting LGBTQ+ life through interviews, photographs and archival material.

The programme at The Jolly Farmers, one of the city’s well-known LGBTQ+ pubs, will host its “No Hangover Club” social on Wednesday.

The Jolly Farmers is also hosting two more events throughout the week including a Thursday night club night and a Queer boardgames event on Saturday afternoon.

Queer Life Drawing at the East Oxford Community Centre invites participants of all skill levels to draw in a supportive, body-positive environment.

T(ART) production will run the event through May and June and bosses emphasise the sessions celebrate a wide range of identities and experiences, with queer models and a focus on inclusivity.

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The company will also run Queer Yoga on May 7 which offers “a gentle, restorative class led by a queer instructor, designed to create a safe and affirming space for participants to reconnect with their bodies”.

The sessions highlight the importance of mental and physical health within LGBTQ+ communities.

Oxford Pride 2025 (Image: Ed Nix)

Meanwhile, grassroots initiatives such as T-TIME will reunite for a coffee social this Saturday as they continue to build informal networks, offering games, conversation and mutual support in a welcoming setting.

The group hosts monthly queer events at the Cosy Club in Oxford and is open to all queer and trans people.

These events form part of a broader build-up to Oxford Pride, and the city has become a hub for LGBTQ+ culture and activism.

Oxford Pride will take place on Saturday, June 6, with events happening across the city.

The first official Oxford Pride started in 2003, with the event held in Oxpen Meadows by the River Thames.

Now the event is members if the UK Pride Organisers Network, Interpride, and the Oxfordshire Community and Voluntary Action.

This year’s Pride is partnered with local businesses including The Jolly Farmers and Oxford Farmers, as well as Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council.