A male cyclist in Matosinhos, near Porto, violently attacked a 37‑year‑old female driver on Monday evening after her car briefly blocked the road. The assault, captured by a passerby, shows the cyclist ramming the vehicle, punching the woman, and pulling her hair before bystanders intervened.

Cyclist’s assault captured on video in Matosinhos

The footage, posteed online, shows the cyclist riding directly into the driver’s car, dismounting, and immediately launching a physical attack. He strikes her face and neck, delivers repeated punches, and drags her to the ground, where he continues to pull her hair while she shields her head. According to the police report, the cyclist had previously punched the stationary vehicle three times before the confrontation escalated.

Police launch manhunt for male cyclist after 5:10 pm response

Law enforcement arrived at the scene around 5:10 pm, but the attacker fled before officers could detain him. The Public Security Police have opened an investigation and are actively seeking the male cyclist, relying on video evidence and tips generated by the viral clip. As the report says, emergency responders from Leca do Balio provided initial medical aid and transported the victim to a hospital.

Victim’s minor injuries and legal complaint

The driver sustained only minor injuries, according to medical staff, but she filed a formal complaint with the authorities. the complaint has prompted a criminal investigation into assault and road‑traffic offences. police have confirmed that the victim’s statement includes details of the cyclist’s aggressive behavior and the sequence of punches.

Public outrage fuels tips via social media

The video quickly spread across social platforms, igniting public anger and prompting users to share any information about the cyclist’s identity. As the source notes, the viral spread has helped generate tips for investigators, thouggh the perpetrator remains at large.

Who is the unidentified cyclist?

Authorities have not released a description beyond gender and the fact that he was on a bicycle. No witnesses have come forward with a name, and the police have yet to disclose whether surveillance footage from nearby cameras exists. The lack of concrete leads keeps the case open.