Hunt for cyclist after elderly man knocked to the ground

Video Credit: Hampshire Police

Police are hunting for a cyclist who knocked an elderly man to the ground in Hampshire.

CCTV released by police shows a man getting off his bike and pushing the 83-year-old to the floor. The man was not seriously injured.

It took place at 6.35am on Monday, October 18, along Hightown Road in Ringwood.

Officers say the cyclist reportedly brushed past the victim and verbally abused him before the assault. He then fled the scene.

The cyclist is described as having dark hair, which was shaved at the sides, wearing a black backpack and having a white carrier bag on his bike.

Initial enquiries by police suggest the cyclist travels a similar route on a daily basis.

Anyone who recognises the cyclist in the CCTV is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 44210420041.