A MAN was slashed across his stomach with a blade in a street attack in Oxford.

Police were called to Bailey Road, in Cowley, at 1.20am on Saturday31/05 morning.

Dc Paul Gration said police found a 38-year-old man with "lacerations" to his side and a head wound.

He was taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital but later discharged and was being interviewed by police last night.

Two men aged 22 and 28 were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and are currently in police custody.

Anyone with information or who saw the incident should contact police on 08458 505505 or speak anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.