Two Stabbings at Oxford Circus Tube Station Under Investigation
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Updated August 31, 2025, at 10:13 AM BST
Incident Overview
Two men were stabbed at Oxford Circus station in central London within a 24-hour period, prompting a police investigation. British Transport Police (BTP) believe the attacks are connected.
The first stabbing occurred at approximately 03:40 BST on Saturday,and the second just after 01:30 BST on Sunday. Both incidents involved serious assaults requiring hospitalization.
Victim Details
A 23-year-old man was hospitalized with stab injuries following the Saturday morning attack.On Sunday, a 41-year-old man was found injured at the station and also received medical treatment.
Police have stated that neither victim sustained life-changing or life-threatening injuries.
Police Investigation and Appeal
Detectives are actively investigating the two incidents and have released an image of a man they wish to identify and speak with. As of this report, no arrests have been made.
Detective Chief Inspector (DCI) Gareth Davies emphasized, “There is absolutely no place for violence on the rail network, and detectives are working at pace to investigate these two connected incidents.”
BTP is appealing for witnesses who were in the area at the time of the stabbings or who may have observed any related events. Anyone with facts is urged to contact the police to assist with the investigation.
Any piece of information might be vital for our investigation.
Station and Service Information
While the specific locations of the stabbings within Oxford Circus station were not disclosed, the Night tube service operates on the Victoria and Central lines through the station on weekends.
