Youth charged with assault after cyclist knocked off bike in Stranraer

A youth has been charged in connection with assault after footage emerged on social media of a cyclist being knocked off his bike in Stranraer.

In a video widely shared on social media, the cyclist was seen being knocked off his bike on Commerce Road in the town on Monday.

The cyclist, wearing white and red and a helmet, is approached from the left by another cyclist in black and a helmet, who crosses his path, resulting in a crash. He is then knocked to the ground.

The clip is filmed from behind by another cyclist, with the pair appearing to continue on after the incident.

Police Scotland has confirmed a male youth has been charged in connection with assault.

A spokesperson said: “A male youth has been charged in connection with assault after a man was pushed off his bike in Commerce Road, Stranraer, on Monday.

“A report will be submitted to the relevant authorities.”

Locals have launched a fundraiser to support the cyclist in getting a new bike and safety equipment.

He is described as a “kind, gentle soul who wouldn’t hurt a fly”.

A post read: “Let’s show him the whole of Stranraer is behind him. Let’s help get him safety equipment and cameras so he feels safe to be able to get back on his bike.”

You can view the fundraiser here.