Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in front of his 12-year-old son as they were out cycling in Milton Keynes last Friday (4/6/2010).

The incident happened at about 1.45pm as the victim and his son were cycling along the canal towpath near to Hammond Crescent, Willen Park. A family with three small children were cycling towards them and the victim’s son and one of the children collided, causing them both to fall off their bikes.

The offender, who is believed to be the father of the other child involved, became abusive and threatening towards the victim’s son. The victim asked him to calm down and the offender pushed him to the floor and kicked him in the leg before picking up the victim’s bike and throwing it on the floor damaging the wheel. The offender then left with his family towards Springfield along the canal.

The offender is white, in his mid thirties, 5ft 10ins, muscular with lots of tattoos on his upper arms and chest. He had short dark shaved hair and a piercing in his lip. He had tanned skin and was not wearing a top. He also stated to the victim that he was well known to police and was called James.

Police would like to hear from anyone who witnesses the incident or may know the identity of the offender.

If you have any information about this incident, please contact PC Andy Pearce at Milton Keynes police station via the 24-hour non-emergency number, 0845 8 505 505. If you do not want to speak to the police, call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.

You can also give information to the police in person by visiting any police station. Find out the opening times and location of your local station (opens new window) or please call 0845 8 505 505.