Cyclist seriously injured after assault, robbery in Red Deer

Police are looking for suspects after a man was beaten and his bicycle stolen in Red Deer. The 36-year-old man was riding his bike around 3 a.m. on 53 Avenue when he was hit by a vehicle and then beaten by two men. The suspects allegedly put the man’s bike in the back of their vehicle before leaving the scene. The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries. The vehicle is described as an SUV, possibly a GMC Jimmy, red or maroon in colour, possibly a 2005. It may have damage to the