Police: Cyclist, Driver Argue in Motion on Maple Ave

A cyclist and a driver got into an argument as the two traveled along Maple Avenue on Thursday evening, police said.

Around 6:30 p.m. Thursday, a cyclist believed a vehicle to be traveling too close to his bicycle as both traveled westbound on Maple Avenue near Nutley Street, Vienna Police Department spokesperson Gary Lose said. The cyclist reported he began banging on the vehicle's window to urge the driver to move over. 

Witnesses reported it appeared the driver intentionally struck the rear tire of the bicycle, causing the cyclist to fall.

Police reported on scene at 6:44 p.m., with both the driver and the cyclist present for interviews. The report did not include descriptions of the vehicle or bicycle.

No charges have been filed, as the case is still being investigated. Police are in the process of acquiring warrants, Lose said.

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