Police were rushed to Botley Road earlier today after reports of a shoplifting incident at Toys R Us.

Thames Valley Police spokeswoman Hannah Jones said officers were called to the scene just after 11am.

She added: "It was reported that a woman ran away when challenged by store staff. Some items have been recovered and officers have been in Botley Road carrying out inquiries in relation to that.

"It was reported that some items were paid for and others were not."

According to staff the unpaid-for items included clothing and a pram set.