Appeal for witnesses to assault – Bicester

Dear Resident,

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to an assault in Bicester.

A man in his sixties was assaulted in an alleyway between the taxi rank and main car park on Market Square between 12.40am and 2.15am on Monday 16 February.

The victim sustained a serious injury. He required hospital treatment and has been discharged, but is believed to require further treatment.

A 48-year-old man from Bicester was arrested on suspicion of wounding without intent and has been released on police bail until 5 May 2026. 

Investigating officer Detective Constable Shahed Ali said: “I understand that this may be concerning for the community but we believe that the victim and offender were known to each other. 

“I am appealing for any witnesses to this assault to please get in touch to help our investigation.

“We have made an arrest but would like to speak with anyone who may have witnessed this assault. If you have any footage of this incident, you can upload it via our online digital portal. 

“Anyone with information should call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43260078149.”

NH