Thames Valley Police have issued a firm statement addressing widespread speculation surrounding a serious sexual assault in Banbury, explicitly stating there is no evidence whatsoever linking the attack to local migrant accommodation facilities.
Setting the Record Straight
Following the disturbing incident reported in the Oxfordshire market town, police have moved to quell mounting rumours and misinformation circulating within the community and online. Authorities confirmed they are investigating a report of a gang rape against a woman in her late teens, which occurred in the Easington Road area of Banbury during the early hours of Sunday morning.
Police Appeal for Facts, Not Speculation
Detective Chief Inspector James Senior, leading the investigation, made a direct appeal to the public: "We understand the concern this incident has caused, but it's crucial that speculation doesn't hamper our investigation. There is absolutely nothing to suggest any connection to migrant accommodation in the area."
The police emphasised their primary focus remains on supporting the victim and conducting a thorough investigation to identify and apprehend those responsible.
Community Response and Ongoing Investigation
Local authorities have expressed concern about the potential for the incident to inflame community tensions. Police have increased patrols in the Banbury area both to reassure residents and to pursue active investigative lines.
Officers are continuing to appeal for information, particularly from anyone who was in the Easington Road vicinity between midnight and 3:30 AM on Sunday, or who may have dashcam or CCTV footage that could assist the inquiry.
