Fallowfield is being targeted by bike theives

Cyclists, beware


Warnings have been issued as many bike thefts and assaults have taken place over the last month

The assaults include three counts of people being knocked off their bikes and beaten up by young men.

On Sunday 3rd July, Chris Dalgarno-Holt was attacked and had his bike, worth £600, stolen along with his phone and other belongings.

“It was really busy day, there were lots of kids and families,” he said.

“But I was on a quiet stretch when I saw two lads up ahead. I sped up to get past them but one of them jumped me. A fist came and thumped me in the side of the face.”

Also attacked in the same area was Mark Usher, 50, on 24th June. There are also reports on Facebook that show another rider being targeted on 29th June

“It was three lads, all dressed in dark clothing. They pounced on me like hyenas,” Mr Usher told the MEN.

“They beat me up and then one ran off with my bike and the other two ran up a hill.”

He added: “I do think the police could do more. All they need to do is get a couple of officers undercover to cycle the loop one afternoon and look for these males.

“I’m trying to do my bit for the environment by cycling to work, it’s important people feel safe.”