A CYCLIST was the victim of a drive-by shooting on College Road in Hereford.

The man was cycling home from work around 6.40pm on Thursday when a dark-coloured saloon approached him from behind.

As it drew closer he heard a loud crack which he believes was a shot from an airgun.

The single pellet that hit him went through his yellow waterproof coat and a fleece underneath.

Police wish to speak to anyone in the College Road area at the time who may have witnessed the incident or seen the car. Contact PC Dick Treharne on 01432 276422.