Saboteurs disrupt Birmingham cycle event
- 7 years ago
Saboteurs have attempted to derail a major cycling event in Birmingham by throwing nails, glass, oil and pipes onto the route, according to witnesses.
In video captured by a Newsflare filmer today (September 25), cyclists can be seen slowing going over hay that has been placed over part of the Velo Birmingham route in order to make conditions safe.
Filmer John Smale writes: "Sabotage at Velo Birmingham doesn't stop the fun! Oil that was deliberately spilled on the route has been swiftly and effectively dealt with by marshals and riders have been able to safely continue enjoying their day."
Some local people were reportedly angry at the disruption the 100-mile event causes.
In video captured by a Newsflare filmer today (September 25), cyclists can be seen slowing going over hay that has been placed over part of the Velo Birmingham route in order to make conditions safe.
Filmer John Smale writes: "Sabotage at Velo Birmingham doesn't stop the fun! Oil that was deliberately spilled on the route has been swiftly and effectively dealt with by marshals and riders have been able to safely continue enjoying their day."
Some local people were reportedly angry at the disruption the 100-mile event causes.