PICTURES: Police on the scene after boy, 14, is stabbed

Two officers were seen patrolling the area around Gillians Park and Coltsfoot Square in Blackbird Leys this evening. 

Police have been seen in the area

Earlier today, a 14-year-old boy was rushed to hospital after he was stabbed. READ MORE about this here>>>

He is currently in a serious, but stable condition.

Two 16-year-old boys, both from Oxford were arrested by police.

There is an increased police presence in the area following the incident. 

Superintendent Bruce Riddell, the Local Policing Area Commander for Oxford, said: “I know this incident will have caused concern in the local community, but I would re-iterate to the public that we have made arrests and are conducting thorough enquiries.

“If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to speak to any of my officers in the area.”

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This story was written by Sophie Perry. She joined the team in 2021 as a digital reporter.

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