The man who was filmed acosting cyclists after allegedly hitting someone in the head outside Richhmond Park left the scene before police arrived.

Footage of a man standing in the road outside Roehampton Gate and shouting on Tuesday (August 18) has been viewed 90,000 times on Twitter.

Police told Richmond Nub News: "Shortly before 20:00hrs on Tuesday, August 18 police were called to a report of an assault on a cyclist in the vicinity of Priory Lane, SW15.

"Officers from Royal Parks attended on the day, but no suspect was located. A crime report has been recorded.

"Anyone who has information that could help progress the investigation is asked to contact police on 101 and quote CAD7120/18Aug."

The footage was posted by keen rider Anthony Chau, 23, a graduate from Kings College London who completed his Biochemistry Master's degree earlier this year.

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He told us the violent incident "represents the most toxic sentiments that the general public have towards cyclist".

"While I applaud the city's commitment to improving cycling infrastructure, a lot more needs to be done with regards to the relationship between motorists and cyclists," Mr Chau said.

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