Ranger attacked by off-road biker at Langsett Reservoir

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CCTV footageImage source, South Yorkshire Police
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Police believe this biker may have information

A park ranger trying to stop a large group of off-road bikers riding at a South Yorkshire beauty spot was attacked and left with a broken jaw.

The ranger was on duty on 24 September at Langsett Reservoir when he was approached by the bikers.

As he tried to halt them, there was an altercation which left the ranger unconscious and injured.

South Yorkshire Police have now released CCTV footage, external of a motorcyclist they want to speak with.

The group of are believed to have left the area travelling towards Brook House Lane and on to the A616.

Sgt James Shirley said: "We are keen to identify the riders in the video and speak to them in connection to our enquiries.

"We're also appealing to anyone who may have been in the area at the time or witnessed the assault."

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