POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a child was hit by a bicycle in Yate.

The incident took place between 5.20pm and 5.30pm on Station Road on Tuesday, May 8.

A boy was walking along the pavement when a passing bike went over his foot and caused him to fall down.

A cast was needed for his injuries.

The cyclist was a man and is described as black, medium to large build, around 6ft tall and about 18 to 20-years-old.

He was wearing a black coat and the riding a Voodoo brand mountain bike.

Anyone with information should call 101, quoting reference number 5218099770 and ask to speak to PC 4614 Smith.