Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with a stabbing in Blackbird Leys, Oxford.

Police were called to Willow Way at 7pm yesterday, following reports that a man had been stabbed repeatedly.

The victim, a 38-year-old man who has not be named, was taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital with stab wounds to his back.

He remains in a serious but stable condition.

Three boys, aged 13, 15 and 16, were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

The 13-year-old was bailed to return to Oxford police station later today.

Another boy, 17, was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer and for possession of an offensive weapon.

He has been released on police bail pending further inquiries until September 3.