Terrifying road rage incident saw a man attacked by another driver wielding a knife
Police appeal for witnesses after a road rage incident
A terrifying road rage incident saw a man attacked by another driver who had knife in his hand and slammed a car door on his leg.
It happened at around 11.30am on Wednesday (20 May) when the victim, a man in his 60s, was driving on Church Road in Swanmore and saw a Citroen C4 parked in a way that was obstructing the road outside St Barnabas Church.
Hampshire Police said the victim reported to have shrugged his shoulders at the other driver, who then began verbally abusing him.
The Citroen driver, who was male, then hit the victim's car window and kicked the door causing it to open.
Police said: “It was also reported that the suspect had a knife in his hand, causing the victim to fear it would be used.
“The victim sustained a minor injury to his leg after the door was slammed on it.
“He managed to get away by reversing.
“We have conducted a number of enquiries and are now seeking any witnesses to the incident.
“Were you there at the time? Perhaps you drove past and have dash-cam footage that may assist?
“Anyone with information is asked to call 101 with reference 44260236719. You can also submit information online via: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/.”