Overview

• British Transport Police arrested a 25-year-old injured man and a 38-year-old Abingdon resident at Swindon station on suspicion of public order and knife possession offences.
• The 25-year-old victim was hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening stab injuries on July 1 and remains under care.
• Detective Inspector George Atkinson has characterized the July 1 attack as targeted with no risk to the broader community.
• Thames Valley and British Transport Police have increased patrols in East Hagbourne to reassure residents.
• Police are appealing for witnesses and any CCTV or dash-cam footage, asking the public to contact 101 with reference 43250327731.