PHILADELPHIA, PA — Philadelphia police are searching for a bicyclist accused of striking a 60-year-old woman in the face without warning as she walked along Race Street on Nov. 3, 2026, knocking her backward onto the sidewalk and leaving her injured.
According to the Philadelphia Police Department’s Central Detective Division, the assault occurred at approximately 2:46 p.m. in the 1000 block of Race Street.
Investigators reported that the woman was walking westbound when an unidentified man riding a bicycle eastbound allegedly extended his arm and struck her in the face, causing her to fall backward.
Surveillance footage captured the alleged assault and showed the suspect leaving the area southbound on 10th Street, according to police.
Additional video obtained by investigators reportedly shows the same individual picking up a food delivery order in the 1000 block of Race Street shortly before the assault.
The victim was transported by emergency medical personnel to Temple University Hospital for treatment of facial pain and swelling.
Police describe the suspect as a Black man wearing a pink knit hat and red Nike sneakers. He was riding a blue-and-silver bicycle and carrying an orange Grubhub delivery bag.
Investigators have released photographs and video of the individual in an effort to establish his identity.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information about the assault is asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department’s Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093 or 215-686-3094.
Detective Wang is assigned to the investigation, which is listed under case number DC 26-09-147373.
All suspects, arrestees, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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