Cycling, Moped and Delivery Driver Attacks: How CICA Can Help When the Offender Is Unknown
Introduction
Unprovoked attacks on cyclists, moped riders, and delivery drivers are sadly becoming more common, particularly in urban areas. These incidents often involve serious injuries and emotional trauma, leaving victims unsure where to turn for help, especially when the attacker cannot be identified or prosecuted.
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) exists to provide financial support to victims of violent crime in England, Scotland, and Wales. If you’ve been injured in an unprovoked attack while cycling or working as a delivery driver, you may be entitled to compensation even if the offender was never caught.
Who Can Claim Through CICA?
CICA compensates victims of violent crime, including:
- Cyclists attacked on the road whether by pedestrians, other road users, or in random assaults.
- Moped riders and gig-economy workers who are targeted during deliveries or while travelling for work.
- Victims of unprovoked street violence where the offender remains unidentified.
Key eligibility points:
- The incident must be reported to the police promptly. This applies even if you do know who attacked you.
- You must cooperate fully with any police investigation.
- Claims must usually be made within two years of the incident. If the victim is under 18 the two year period starts on their 18th birthday.
What If the Offender Is Unknown?
One of the most common misconceptions is that you cannot claim if the attacker is unidentified. This is not true. CICA awards compensation based on the fact that a crime of violence occurred and not on whether someone was convicted.
As long as you:
- Reported the attack to the police, and
- Provided all reasonable assistance during their enquiries,
You can still pursue a claim.
What Can You Claim For?
CICA compensation can cover:
- Physical injuries (from cuts and bruises to fractures and head injuries).
- Psychological trauma (such as PTSD or anxiety following the attack).
- Loss of earnings if you were unable to work for an extended period. This only starts after you have been absent from work for 28 weeks.
Why Choose Ison Harrison?
CICA claims can be complex. Strict rules apply, and applications often fail due to incomplete evidence or missed deadlines. At Ison Harrison, we have extensive experience guiding victims through the process, ensuring claims are properly prepared and supported.
We:
- Handle all paperwork and evidence gathering.
- Advise on eligibility and appeal decisions if necessary.
- Offer clear, practical advice from start to finish.
No Win-No Fee Applications
We can deal with your application to the CICA on a no win no fee basis so that if your application fails then you do not pay for the work we have done. If successful we retain a pre-agreed percentage of the recovered award.
Call to Action
If you’ve been attacked while cycling, riding a moped, or working as a delivery driver, don’t suffer in silence. You may be entitled to compensation even if the offender was never found.
Contact Ison Harrison today for expert advice on making a CICA claim.
Call us on 0113 284 5000 or email [email protected].
