17-year-old arrested following Banbury stabbing
04/03/2025
Police are keeping an open mind as to links to a stabbing earlier in February
A 17-year-old Banbury boy has been arrested following the stabbing of a teenager on Valentines Day.
The victim had been in an alleyway between Warwick Road and Abbey Road between 9.45pm and 10.15pm when three young males approached him. One of the males then stabbed the victim in the back.
It had originally been reported that the incident occurred in the park area by Ruscote Arcade, but the victim has since clarified this.
The suspect was arrested on Friday 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.
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.”
Published: by the Banbury FM News Team
