E-bike rider hospitalised after car 'intentionally knocked him off' in Blackburn
A man in his 50s was taken to hospital after reportedly being knocked from an e-bike in Blackburn when a car allegedly struck him deliberately, prompting a police investigation.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was injured when an e-bike was allegedly hit by a car in Blackburn.
The incident happened on New Chapel Street at around 2:10pm on Thursday, May 29.
Officers say a silver Vauxhall Insignia is believed to have collided with the rider, causing him to fall from the bike.
The rider, a man in his 50s, suffered an injury to his wrist and was taken to hospital for treatment.
Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision and, following initial enquiries are treating the incident as an alleged assault.
Officers stressed that they believe the incident was isolated and said there is no wider risk to the public.
A spokesperson for Blackburn and Drawen Police said: “We’re appealing for information and witnesses after a man was left injured in Blackburn.
“It was reported to us that a silver Vauxhall Insignia had intentionally collided with an e-scooter on New Chapel Street at around 2.10pm on May 29.
“The rider, a man in his 50s, suffered a wrist injury and was taken to hospital.
“An investigation is underway and, following initial enquiries, this is being investigated as an assault.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have dashcam footage or other information that could assist officers, is asked to contact Lancashire Police on 101, quoting log 0767 of May 29.