A victim who was attacked by a group of men has been left in serious condition at a hospital in Oxford.

The man was taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital after the incident of ‘serious violence’ yesterday (Monday, May 8) in Dickens Walk, Newbury.

Thames Valley Police arrested a 17-year-old boy and 18-year-old man, both from Newbury, for grievous bodily harm with intent.

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Police have put in place a Section 60 order in the area which will expire at 9.30am tomorrow (May 10).

Inspector Al Hawkett, based at Newbury police station, said: “This order is in place to ensure public safety, while also giving police extra power to search people who they think could be involved in violence, and to take weapons off the street.

“I understand that an order of this nature could cause concern, but whilst a Section 60 order may sound alarming, enhancing our stop and search powers provides us with another tactic to quickly identify and disrupt those carrying weapons.

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“If you are stopped by an officer, please do not be worried as this does not mean that you are in trouble. You will see more police officers in the area whilst the order is in place and we expect to carry out more stop and searches than usual.

“Officers who are out and about are there to reassure you as well as using their powers under Section 60 so please do stop and speak with them about any concerns that you have.

“We are continuing to appeal to anyone who has any information that may assist with our investigation into the assault, and would you to make contact with us either online or by calling 101 with reference number 43230200429.”