NORTH Yorkshire Police are apealing after a 14-year-old boy was pushed from his bike into oncoming traffic.

The incident happened near junction of Boroughbridge Road and Beckfield Lane on the afternoon of Wednesday October 7.

The boy sustained a soft tissue injury to his ankle, which has been treated at hospital. The boy was shaken after the incident.

The police are appealing for information regarding the identity of the male, or anyone who may have dash camera footage of the incident.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Rachel Hughes. You can also email rachel.hughes@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12200176367.