Derbyshire Police officer hit by object thrown from bridge

A police motorcyclist was hit by an object thrown from a bridge by youths.

Derbyshire Police said the officer was travelling to an emergency when he was struck in the chest on the A617 near Pleasley at about 15:45 GMT on Sunday.

The force said it had received multiple calls from other drivers reporting their vehicles had been hit by items launched from the footbridge.

A group of young people were located a short time later and their details were taken ahead of further investigations.

Anyone who witnessed the group or has information has been asked to contact Derbyshire Police.

It is thought the group were throwing stones from the bridge.

Derbyshire Police said the officer was not hurt and the motorcycle was not damaged.

However, the windscreens of at least two cars driving on the dual carriageway sustained damage.

The force warned on social media throwing things at moving vehicles could have deadly consequences.

"This behaviour will not be tolerated, and robust action will be taken," it said.

"It was only through sheer good fortune that nobody was seriously hurt."

Parents were also urged to have conversations with their children about the dangers of such behaviour.

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