Cyclist knocked over by car in Black Dam (From Basingstoke Gazette)
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Cyclist knocked over by car in Black Dam
12:33pm Tuesday 22nd January 2013 in News By Chris Gregory
A YOUNG cyclist suffered a head wound after a collision with a car.
The incident took place at 4pm on Monday, January 21, as the 16-year-old boy cycled in Black Dam Way, Black Dam towards Basingstoke town centre.
Police said when he reached the junction with Hogarth Close, his bicycle was hit from behind by a black car, which then sped away.
The impact knocked the rider to the ground and snapped his bicycle in two.
Paramedics treated the boy at the scene.
Anyone with information can contact PC Ross Edwards at Basingstoke police station on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
