Furious businessman who charged at a cyclist and 'knocked him to the ground' after the bike rider brushed past him WON'T face charges
- Furious businessman who ran after a cyclist in Brisbane won't face charges
- James Stevenson captured footage of the man chasing him along Hutton Lane
- The cyclist fractured his ankle during the incident and is now reluctant to ride
- Queensland Police this week advised the cyclist they won't be charging anyone
- Bicycle Queensland CEO said the attack was 'shocking' and 'deeply disturbing'
A furious businessman who charged after a cyclist after he brushed against him on a footpath won't face charges.
A camera on James Stevenson's bike captured footage of the pedestrian chasing him along Hutton Lane, in Brisbane, before he allegedly punched him, causing him to fall and break his ankle.
Mr Stevenson reported the incident to Queensland Police last year, but this week they advised the cyclist they won't be charging anyone, ABC News reported.
A camera on James Stevenson's bike captured footage of the pedestrian (pictured) chasing him along Hutton Lane, in Brisbane, before allegedly punched him, causing him to fall and break his ankle
'They (Police) said the video evidence was not conclusive that he assaulted me,' Mr Stevenson said.
The cyclist, who has since recovered from his injury, said he's surprised at the outcome and hopes police reconsider their decision.
Bicycle Queensland Chief Executive Officer Anne Savage told the publication she was disappointed no charges were laid against the pedestrian.
Ms Savage said the matter should be considered by a court.
She intends to write a letter to the police minister to explain the seriousness of the incident.
'We cannot remain silent on these types of incidents,' Ms Savage said.
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Queensland Police Service said in a statement that it came to the decision after interviewing both parties and reviewing the relevant footage, ABC News reported.
The authority said in this instance there wasn't enough evidence to take the matter further and commence proceedings in a criminal jurisdiction.
Ms Savage said Australia's attitude towards sharing the roads with cyclist needs to change, and police need to take matters more seriously.
She said Australia has one of the most aggressive road cultures in the world.
Mr Stevenson said he has endured pain in his ankle every day following the incident and the experience itself has meant he doesn't ride as much as he used to.
Footage from Mr Stevenson's bike-mounted camera caught the moment the furious man (pictured) chased after him
'I'm trying to get over it, push through, but it hasn't been a nice experience,' he said.
While bike cameras provide peace of mind for cyclists, Cycliq Marketing Manager Ben Hammond told the publication it doesn't always prompt a reaction from police.
Footage from Mr Stevenson's bike-mounted camera shows the moment the furious businessman chased after him.
'I didn't give it much thought and just carried on. Next thing I know is I feel a punch from behind,' Mr Stevenson said.
In the video, the businessman is heard hurling abuse at the shocked rider.
'F***ing get off your bike' and 'do you want to have a f***ing go?'
For his part, Mr Stevenson hit back with his own barbs.
'You're a big man walking away.'
Cycliq Marketing Manager Ben Hammond said bike footage doesn't always prompt a reaction from police (stock)
While it is not illegal for cyclists to use the footpath in Queensland, they must give way and priority to pedestrians.
Mr Stevenson defended himself and said he was using the footpath because he was riding up a one-way street in the opposite direction.
He told the ABC he had tried to do his civic duty and ride as far left as possible.
He pointed out there was a two-metre space on the other side of the pedestrian, ample room for him to step aside and share the path.
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