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Police hunt driver who aimed car at London cyclists (+ video)

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Police in London have appealed for help in tracking down a driver who was last week filmed driving aggressively at bike riders on Cycle Superhighway 7 in between Clapham and Stockwell.

We reported on the incident last Thursday, with video shot by two of the cyclists involved, one of whom, Dave Clifton, was almost hit by the driver who swerved at him as he drove past at speed.

> Video: Motorist drives recklessly at London cyclists

The incident happened at around 8am on the morning of Wednesday 1 August, with the start of Mr Clifton’s video showing the driver yelling at him and other cyclists close near Clapham North Underground Station.

After swerving at Mr Clifton as the pair headed towards Stockwell, the motorist turned into a side road, causing a cyclist to come off his bike.

He then started driving aggressively at other cyclists who had gathered there before reversing as police arrived at the scene.

Detective Constable James Preston of the Metropolitan Police said: "We are aware of footage of this incident is circulating on social media, and we want to reassure the public that it is being fully investigated.

"Luckily no one was seriously injured or even killed by this reckless driver. We are still trying to trace him and urge anyone who recognises him to contact the police as soon as possible. The sooner you call us, the sooner we can take this dangerous driver off the road.

"We’d also like to hear from anyone who witnessed this first-hand to call us as well. Anything you may be able to remember and tell us could really help this investigation."

Anyone who has information is requested to call police on 101 and quote CAD 1581/1Aug or alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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