An elderly man was knocked down as he attempted to cross a road last Thursday and police are seeking witnesses. The incident was on the corner of Hargood Street and Linwood Avenue on Thursday 27th March 2009 at about 8:15am in the morning.
The 75 year old man was trying to cross the road when he was knocked down by a cyclist. The cyclist stopped briefly to check on the man, but then left without giving any details.
A female driver who witnessed the incident, stopped to assist the man and called an Ambulance. The elderly man received minor injuries but still required medical treatment from a doctor.
The male cyclist is described as dark skinned, stocky build, aged between 18-23 years, wearing dark glasses, a cycle helmet and riding a red mountain bike. He rode off towards Linwood Park on Linwood Avenue.
If you were the cyclist involved, the female driver who stopped to help or if you witnessed the incident, please contact Constable Scott McLachlan, Group 2 Christchurch Central Police on 363 7400.