These are some of the first pictures from the scene of an alleged murder in Jericho overnight.
Police have arrested nine people in connection with the death of a man, 20s, found with serious injuries in Walton Street at around 12.50am this morning. He died at the scene.
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DI Nicola Underhill, of the Major Crime Unit, said of the victim: “His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.
“We are in the early stages of this investigation, however we have made nine arrests at this time.
“Currently there is a large scene watch in place in the local area and members of the public will see an increased police presence whilst we carry out our enquiries.
"Anyone with information or concerns can speak to one of our uniformed officers."
Walton Street is closed in both directions from Beaumont Street to Observatory Street. Those trying to cross the cordon from Little Clarendon Street to Walton Crescent are being turned away at the cordon.
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This story was written by Tom Seaward. He joined the team in 2021 as Oxfordshire's court and crime reporter.
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