Razor blades were placed on a cycle path on the Cregagh Road on Saturday (July 20) putting lives in danger.
Police say serious injury could have been caused to users, had the razor blades not been spotted by a passer-by.
The incident was reported to police at around 3.45pm on Saturday.
Sergeant Tom Donnelly said a cyclist’s tyres had been damaged after running over the razor blades.
“This is an incredibly dangerous thing to do and whoever was responsible could have caused serious injury or worse to anyone using the path had this not been found by a member of the public, who themselves were extremely lucky to avoid being badly hurt.
“I would like to commend this member of the public for their vigilance in reporting this matter to police,” he said.
And police are appealing for information.
“I would appeal to anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the area at any time, or who can provide any information as to whoever carried out this reckless act, to contact police on 101 quoting reference CCS 1160 of 20/07/19,” added Sergeant Tom Donnelly
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
