A Stroud cyclist has been headbutted by a motorist.

The man suffered reddening to his cheek as a result of the attack on Bisley Old Road.

A dark hatchback car pulled over in front of the cyclist at around 6pm on Monday, October 1.

The male motorist got out the vehicle, shouted and swore at the male victim, then pushed and headbutted him.

He got back into the car, where a female passenger was waiting for him, and drove away.

Several people stopped to check if the victim was okay and police officers are now urging those witnesses to come forward.

If you can help, call 101 and quote incident 124 of October 2.