Rock Throwers Injure Cyclist at Golf Manor Overpass

On Monday night, November 23rd, a bicycle commuter was the target for rocks thrown from an overpass on Langdon Farm road. As if cars were not enough to watch out for. Here's his story:

I hope this was a one time anomaly but thought I'd share it with you all anyway.

Last night(Monday, November 23) on my way home from work. I was attacked by some jerks who used me for target practice with rocks. I was heading east on Langdon Farm road near Wiehe road in Golf Manor. These idiots shot rocks at me from an overpass.

Fortunately, I only caught one in the leg while several others bounced off my bike and I dodged a couple by ducking down. Had I fallen off, I could have been killed by traffic behind me. I moved a few yards away from the overpass and then called 911. I was now a stationary target instead of a moving one!

The police and EMTs did show up but by then the culprits had gone. My injuries looked minor so I got back in the saddle and headed home. It was after washing my leg I realized the depth of the gash the rock had put in my shin. So, I ended up in the emergency room and a couple hours and X- rays later (yes, it was deep enough to get to the bone so the docs were worried that something was lodged in there), they had to put three stitches in to put my skin back together.

I am lucky I didn't get hurt badly or killed. Oh well, got to pedal on.

Overpasses seem to be a favorite location for rock throwers, so remember to be aware of your surroundings in all directions. And do what this cyclist did and call the police to report it, but from a bit farther away if you are not hurt.

Please let us know of any other incidents so we can see if there are any patterns or particular locations to watch out for.