Search for cyclist after serious attack on dog walker in Worthing

Police seeking a cyclist suspected of attacking a dog walker in Worthing have published a fresh image of the suspect.

The 74-year-old local resident had been walking his dog on a narrow footpath at the end of Honeysuckle Lane, Worthing.

He was was attacked by a man riding a cycle who had sped down the lane and attacked the resident, who had spoken to him about his speed.

The victim was taken to Worthing Hospital by his family and is still receiving treatment there for major bruising to his face and left ribs, and a fractured pelvis.

The cyclist is described as white, 6' 2" and about 40, of athletic build, wearing a cycle helmet, light coloured clothing, including shorts and a cap, blue wrap-around sunglasses, and black fingerless gloves.

He was on a mountain bike with wide tyres.