Cyclist Attack In Ashburn Leaves One Hospitalized: Police

ASHBURN, VA—Police are looking for a man who was the catalyst for an incident involving two cyclists Sunday on the Washington and Old Dominion Trail that left one hospitalized with serious injuries, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.

Around 2:15 p.m., the victim was headed west on trail near Ashburn Village Boulevard and attempted to pass two other cyclists by going in the center lane. But then a cyclist headed in the opposite direction reached out his arm and whacked the victim's helmet, causing him to crash.

The 6-0 suspect, who kept on going, was wearing a white and light green Castelli jersey, helmet and sunglasses. His bike was described as being similar to a time trial bike or a triathlon bike. The bars on the bike were "aero bars," and his helmet was an "aero" helmet covered with a sun shade that covered half his face.

Police urge anyone who has information to call 703-777-1021.

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