Two teenagers are fighting for their lives after a car smash on Friday night, police said.

A red Fiat Punto crashed into a ditch Cuddesdon Road in Horspath, pictured, before hitting a brick footbridge at about 8.30pm.

Two people in the car were cut free and all five male occupants were taken to Oxford’s John Radcliffe Hospital.

The 19-year-old driver and a 17-year-old back sear passenger are in a critical condition with life threatening injuries.

Another 19-year-old is in a critical condition and a 17-year-old has serious injuries and is in a stable condition.

The 19-year-old front seat passenger had minor injuries was discharged.

The road was closed for several hours. Witnesses should called Sgt Pete Jell on 08458 505505.