Dash cam appeal after altercation between motorist and cyclist in Oakwood

Officers investigating a report of an altercation between a motorist and a cyclist in Oakwood are appealing for information.

The incident happened between around 4.30pm and 4.50pm on Thursday 8 October in Lime Lane, near to the King’s Corner Pub. A man reported that he had been cycling down Morley Lane, into Lime Lane when a motorist in a dark coloured car overtook and verbally abused him.

Following a verbal altercation, the motorist is said to have braked harshly, and collided with the cyclist before driving away.

The cyclist required hospital treatment for facial injuries and his bike was badly damaged.

Were you driving in the area at the time and did you witness this incident?

Do you have CCTV installed which may have captured footage around this time, which could be of use to officers?

If so, please contact PC Oliver Hubbard quoting reference number 2*530868 via one of the following methods.

If you have footage dash cam footage which may help with our enquiries, please ensure it is downloaded to a separate secure device ready for officers to view.

• Facebook – send us a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
• Twitter – direct message our contact centre on @DerPolContact
• Website – complete the online contact form www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us.
• Phone – call us on 101.