Teenager charged following stabbing in Banbury

Police were called to an assault in People’s Park on Sunday night. Credit: ITV News Meridian

A teenager has been charged in connection with a stabbing in Banbury.

Alex Luszczkiewicz, who's 18 and from Calthorpe Road, was charged with attempted murder and possession of a knife in a public place.

It follows an assault of an 18-year-old in People’s Park just before midnight on Sunday 4 August.

The victim is currently in hospital in a stable condition.

Banbury's People's Park Credit: ITV News Meridian

A scene-watch by police in and around the park has now been lifted.

Luszczkiewicz is due to appear at court today.

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