Woman taken to hospital after being attacked while waiting for bus

At around 10am yesterday (November 21), the woman in her 30s was at the bus stop near to Rose Hill Parade when she was attacked.

She was assisted by a taxi driver who stopped and got out to help. 

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The woman attended hospital for her injuries and has since been discharged.  

The offender is described as a white man in his 20s, tall and slim with long brown hair who was wearing jeans and a dark coloured jacket.

Police said there were multiple vehicles in the traffic and people on the pavements at the time.

The force has launched an appeal for witnesses who may have seen anything to come forward.

Investigating officer PC Matthew Glen, who is based at Banbury’s police station, said: “I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to please get in touch.  

“I would also like to ask if you were driving in this area at this time to please check dash cam footage.”

If you have any information report this to Thames Valley Police online or by calling 101, quoting the reference 43230523739.

Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.