A WOMAN was stabbed during an assault that took place in Whitley today and police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward.
The incident took place around 10.30am on Friday, December 17, at a home in Foxhays Road.
Thames Valley Police said that the victim, who is in her 30s, was assaulted by two black men who were wearing hooded jumpers and high visibility tabards.
During the attack, she was stabbed in her face and neck, and also had an unknown substance thrown over her.
She is currently receiving hospital treatment and is in a stable condition.
Police are treating the incident as GBH.
Investigating officer, Detective Inspector Laura Corscadden, said: “We are appealing for any witnesses to this incident, or anyone who has information about what happened, to please come forward.
“I’d also ask anyone in the local area with personal CCTV or dash-cams to check any footage in case it may assist our investigation.
“Anyone with information can contact police by calling 101 or making a report online, quoting reference 43210568398.
“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”