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Police are appealing for information on a cyclist who launched a hit and run attack on a driver through his car window.

The 57-year-old victim was in his car on Cumbernauld Road, Stepps, when an altercation broke out between him and a passing cyclist.

The driver, who was stopped in queuing traffic, rolled down his window and was attacked by the cyclist, who then fled the scene.

The wing mirror of the car was also damaged in the incident.

The victim was left badly shaken, but did not require any medical treatment.

Police issued an appeal today urging witnesses to the assault to come forward.

The attack occurred around 7.50am on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, while the car was queueing at traffic lights at the junction between Cumberanuld Road and Loch Road, Stepps.

Officers would also like to speak to anyone with information on the cyclist involved. He is described as aged between 30 and 40-years-old, white, 5ft9 to 5ft11, medium build, with a sandy-coloured stubble beard.

At the time of the attack he was wearing a black cycling helmet, black top and bottoms with high-visibility marking and a high-visibility green back backpack.

PC Kenny Blades at Cumbernauld Police Office said, "We have been carrying out enquiries and reviewing CCTV to find out what happened that morning.

"The motorist was assaulted on a busy road and we are keen for other motorists or members of the public to come forward with any information that may help us with our enquiries.

"This is a fairly busy route with a number of cyclists commuting along Cumbernauld Road to get to work in the morning and I am sure that people will have witnessed this attack or have seen or something at that time.

"If you saw the attack happen, or if you recognise the description of the cyclist, please get in touch with us at Cumbernauld Police Office on 101. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be given anonymously."