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Person taken to hospital after alleged Oxford fight
The incident happened on Cricket Road, opposite Shelley Road and outside HAQ Halal Butchers and Groceries shop.
A witness said a person was found lying on the ground surrounded by a group of people, who appeared to be helping while waiting for emergency services. One person reportedly placed a blanket over the individual.
An estate ambulance car arrived first, followed by a second ambulance van. Paramedics were seen bringing out a stretcher and taking the person into the ambulance.
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Around eight minutes later, two Thames Valley Police vehicles arrived with blue lights, and officers began speaking to those at the scene.
It is not yet clear what led to the incident or the condition of the person allegedly taken to hospital.
Thames Valley Police has been contacted for a statement.
There are reports of severe delays on the A34 near Oxford this morning as congestion is building with delays of more than 16 minutes
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Paul McGarry, who lived in Banbury, died at his home address on May 22.
An inquest was opened into the 60-year-old’s death at Oxfordshire Coroner’s Court by senior coroner Darren Salter on Tuesday, June 2.
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According to the inquest documents, Mr McGarry worked as a window cleaner and was found unresponsive at his home address.
Following a post-mortem examination, his cause of death was given as hanging.
The case was adjourned for a full inquest to take place at Oxfordshire Coroner’s Court on September 3 at 2pm.
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The Oxford Canal towpath through Kidlington, between Roundham Lock and Langford Lock, is shut to all walkers and path users.
Kidlington Town Council reported on Wednesday, June 3, that a fallen tree is obstructing the footpath, forcing it to close.
Other reports say the tree has been causing an obstruction since at least Tuesday this week.
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A spokesperson for the town council said: “This issue has been reported to the Canal and River Trust.
“They have now confirmed to Kidlington Town Council that contractors will be attending the site today (Wednesday) to remove the obstruction and reopen the footpath.
“Thank you for your patience while this matter is being resolved.”
The Oxford Canal towpath is a 83-mile walking route between Oxford and Coventry which begins just off Hythe Bridge Street near Oxford’s train station in the city centre.
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