A DRIVER was assaulted with a bike lock after a near-miss with a cyclist.
Police are searching for the cyclist involved in the incident, which happened at about 5pm on Saturday in Parks Road.
Police said the 32-year-old man was assaulted with a bicycle lock after his car almost came into contact with a cyclist. His car was also damaged.
He suffered head injuries, but has since been discharged from the John Radcliffe Hospital.
Sgt Matthew Sulley said “Police are following a number of leads. This attack was brutal and the aggrieved required hospital treatment for his injuries.
“We would like anyone who witnessed the incident to contact us as soon as possible.”
Anyone with information should contact PC Matthew Leney by calling 101, or the charity Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111.
Anyone calling Crimestoppers can remain anonymous and will not have any details taken when they call.
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