AN 81-year-old cyclist was struck multiple times in the face during an assault in Duffy on Sunday (January 16).
Prior to the incident, the elderly cyclist was riding his bicycle on the Cotter Road footpath when he saw and waved towards the man who was on foot. At about 3pm, near the intersection of Cotter Road and Streeton Drive after they passed each other, the man assaulted the cyclist from behind, then ran off towards the suburb of Wright.
ACT Policing is seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage of the incident.
The alleged male offender is described as being of Caucasian in appearance, about 20-30 years of age, tall, and of slim build. He was wearing dark pants with a green top.
Anyone with information, dash-cam or CCTV footage from the area around the time of the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website, quoting reference number 7013825. Information can be provided anonymously.
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