A TEENAGE cyclist was left with a serious head injury following a crash as he was travelling towards Leeds City Centre.

The road traffic collision happened on Blenheim Walk, Leeds, at 5pm on Thursday, August 26, when he came off his pedal bike and collided with a metal barrier.

The 19-year-old was taken to Leeds General Infirmary for treatment.

His injuries were not life threatening.

Anyone who saw the incident or the male just before he came off his bike is asked to contact PC Haigh at the Eastern Area Roads Policing Unit on 101 quoting reference 13210433584.

Information can also be given online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat