A MAN was found with stab wounds in Sainsbury's car park this morning.

Police were at the Kidlington store after a 42-year-old man was found 'seriously' injured at around 4am today. 

An ambulance and paramedic ina rapid response vehicle raced to the scene after being deployed by South Central Ambulance Service when they got a 999 call at 4.11am.

Following 'initial emergency treatment', a spokesman said, the man was rushed to the John Radcliffe Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

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Another man, who is 26 and from Kidlington, has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and is currently in police custody.

Thames Valley Police, in a tweet online, asked people to avoid the area - but the force have since confirmed that the small scene watch has been lifted.

The A4260 Oxford Road is open as normal.