A MAN was left seriously injured after a group of males assaulted him with a bladed weapon and stole his electric mountain bike in a robbery in Leeds.

The incident occurred on Mardale Crescent, Seacroft at about 8.30pm on Sunday (July 25).

A 25-year-old male victim was approached by a group of men who drove by him in a VW Tiguan car while he was riding a bike.

A group of males got out of the car and assaulted the victim.

One of the males then rode off on the electric mountain bike while the others left in the car, heading down Foundry Mill Street.

The victim was treated in hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

The suspect who made off on the scooter was described as a black male, wearing a white T shirt, black shorts with a vertical white stripe, black socks and white trainers.

Leeds District CID would like to speak to anyone who has information or who witnessed the incident.

Detective Inspector Richard Holmes of Leeds District CID, said: “We are conducting a number of enquiries into what has clearly been a serious offence and local neighbourhood policing officers are conducting reassurance patrols in the area.

“Anyone who saw the incident or who has any information which could assist enquiries is asked to contact Leeds District CID on 101 referencing crime number 13210375916.

“Information can also be given online at www.westyorkshire.policeuk/101livechat or anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”