Cyclist stabbed for ringing bell

A cyclist was left seriously injured with a punctured lung after being stabbed in a London street by a thug who blocked his path.

The 33-year-old victim was on his way home when two teenagers refused to give way after he rang his bell.

There was a scuffle in which the cyclist came out on top and carried on. However, one of the youths chased him and stabbed him once in the chest.

The man, described as a professional returning from his job in central London, cycled on a few yards before collapsing. The youths fled into a nearby estate.

He was taken to St Thomas' Hospital and received emergency treatment. He is now recovering at home.

The attack occurred in Hampton Street, Southwark, a shortcut used by cyclists to avoid the Elephant and Castle roundabout.

The youths are described as black and aged about 15. One was wearing a black bomber jacket and green hat. Police appealed for witnesses to the attack on 1 February to contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.