A 25-year-old man was found seriously injured at the bottom of a Banbury stairwell.

Police are appealing for witnesses after officers were called to Ruscote Arcade, in Longelandes Way, at 11.10pm on Monday.

A 24-year-old man arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent was in police custody last night.

Anyone with information should contact police on 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.