Police are appealing for information after a cyclist allegedly punched two women and slammed a car door on one of their legs during a row in Newcastle.
The incident happened at around 5.30pm on Sunday, April 12, on Benton Road, at the junction with Etherstone Avenue in Heaton.
Incident Details
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "It was reported there was a disagreement involving a man on a pedal bicycle and two female occupants of a black Vauxhall car. The man on the bicycle is then reported to have damaged the car by removing a wing mirror before punching one of the women and repeatedly slamming one of the car’s doors on her leg."
The spokesman added: "The other woman who was also an occupant of the car had attempted to intervene before then being reportedly punched by the man. The man then is believed to have left the scene prior to officer arrival."
Appeal for Information
Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to as part of their investigation. The spokesman said: "He is believed to have been in the area at the time of the incident and officers think he may be able to assist with their enquiries. Anyone who recognises the man, or who has information which could help identify him, is asked to contact Northumbria Police."
Quote reference number 26000327120 when contacting police.
