Arrest made in GBH investigation – Banbury

Officers investigating a stabbing in Banbury have made an arrest.

A 17-year-old boy, from the town, was arrested on Friday (28/2) on suspicion of section 18 grievous bodily harm with intent, being concerned in the supply of cannabis, possession of cannabis and acquiring/using or possessing criminal property.

He has been released on conditional police bail until 21 May.

The arrest is in connection with an incident that occurred between 9.45pm and 10.15pm on Friday 14 February, when three young males approached the victim, a boy in his teens. One of the males then stabbed the victim in the back.

It had been originally reported that the incident occurred in the park area by Ruscote Arcade, but the victim has since clarified that it occurred in an alleyway between Warwick Road and Abbey Road, Banbury, at the earlier time of 9.45pm to 10.15pm on Friday 14 February.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Sarah Osborne, of Banbury CID, said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident, which I know caused some concern in the local community.

“Following a further debrief with the victim, he has since clarified the time and location of the incident is slightly different to what he first reported.

“We are still keeping an open mind as to whether this incident is linked to a previous stabbing in Princess Diana Park, Banbury, earlier in the month on 10 February, but at this stage, there is no evidence to suggest this.

“We have now made an arrest and are making good progress with our investigation.

“The victim, thankfully, is making a good recovery, and I hope that this arrest will reassure the community that we continue to investigate as we seek to bring those responsible to justice.”

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Note to editors: The location and time of the incident has changed after further debrief with the victim.