A group of armed thugs knocked down a biker with an Audi car then attacked him in a terrifying street robbery. The victim was riding his motorbike on Mottram Road in Hyde, near the junction with Lumn Road, when a black Audi A3 pulled up behind him and knocked him to the ground.
A group of men - who were armed with a hammer - then got out and viciously attacked him before fleeing the scene with his bike. The biker was left with a fractured spine and broken bones in his hands after the attack.
Police have now released a picture of the stolen bike and are appealing for any witnesses of the incident - which happened at around 11.20am on Thursday, March 24 - to come forward. The men fled the scene towards Hyde, officers said.
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Detective Sergeant Peter Goddard, from GMP's Tameside District, said: "This was a terrifying ordeal for the male who was simply riding his motorbike on the road. Enquiries are on-going, but any information the public may have could help us with our investigation.
"Anyone who was walking or driving in the area around these times may have information or dashcam footage. Any witnesses are asked to call 0161 856 4136. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111."
