Cyclist knocked off bike and assaulted in Bracknell

Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident of assault and dangerous driving in Bracknell.

At around 9.30am on Saturday (8/3), a man in his thirties was cycling along the pavement on Market Street when they were hit by a red Ford Fiesta.

While on the ground, an occupant in the Ford then assaulted the cyclist, who had been knocked off their bike.

Officers attended and a 21-year-old man from Reading was arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent and dangerous driving. He has been bailed while our enquiries are ongoing.

The victim attended hospital with a fracture to their leg, but has since been discharged.

Investigating officer PC Daniel Cook said: “We are investigating this incident, in which a man was injured, and we have made an arrest.

“We are asking anyone with information to please come forward and call 101 quoting reference 43250114083, or you can provide information through our online pages.

“Or, if you do not wish to speak to the police, you can contact the independent Charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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