Halifax police seek cyclist accused of slapping driver

Halifax police are looking for a male cyclist accused of slappinga female driver.

Police say the assault was reported at 3:30 p.m. on June 12 atPurcells Cove Road and Williams Lake Road in Halifax.

The woman had driven pasttwo cyclists just beforethe intersection. When she stopped, one of the male cyclists yelled at her and then struck her in the face with an open hand, she told police.

The cyclist is believed to be a white man in his 40s or 50s with a slim build and light coloured short hair.

Police say both cyclists woregreen bike helmets and cycling attireand they were riding road-racing style bicycles.

Halifax Regional Police said tips on the incident can be made to them directly, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).