A MAN has received “life threatening injuries” after a fight in Faringdon Road.

Police have cordoned off the road between Maxwell Street and Park Lane.

In a statement, a spokesman for Wiltshire Police said: “Officers were called to a report of a disorder in Faringdon Road shortly before 6am.
“A 34-year-old male has been taken to John Radcliffe hospital as a result of his injuries.
“A cordon has been set up at the scene and the investigation is ongoing. There is not believed to be any immediate danger to the public.”

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Detectives at the scene of the assault in Faringdon Road Picture: DAVE COX

The force has not given any details of how the man was injured, only that his injuries were believed to be life-threatening.

Anyone with information was asked to call 101.