Jailed: Banbury attacker caught after police traced his blood trail from the scene of the assault

WARNING: This article contains a graphic image of the victim’s injuries

Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man has been jailed for seven years for a brutal attack in Banbury.

Jonathan Stear, aged 39, of no fixed abode, has been jailed for seven years, after pleading guilty to one count of wounding with intent.

Stear got into an argument with a man in Middleton Road in the early hours of 29 April this year.

Stear then attacked the victim, a 54-year-old man, leaving him with serious injuries (pictured).

Thames Valley Police were called to the scene by the South Central Ambulance Service and Stear was arrested inside a nearby property.

Stear was charged with the offence the following day.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Mark Wray, of Banbury CID, said: “This was a senseless attack on a victim who has sustained serious injuries, including a fractured eye socket and broken nose.

“Thames Valley Police responded quickly to the assault, which was reported to us South Central Ambulance Service.

“Stear was arrested at the scene and a blood trail and forensics linked him to the assault.

“I’m pleased that Stear pleaded guilty and has been given a substantial sentenced for this serious offence.”

Stear was sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on Tuesday (29/11).