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A malicious vandal is targeting cyclists in Melbourne's inner city, leaving oil slicks across bike paths that has already injured several commuters. Vision courtesy Seven News, Melbourne.
Police believe oil has been deliberately poured across the width of the tracks.
The damage to Ms Slater's teeth. Photo: Channel Nine
"When it first happened, I was like, 'That's horrible. Why would someone do that?'," Ms Slater said.
"To do it a second time, that's just crazy."
Cyclists have called for temporary cameras to be installed on the trail to catch the offender.
"IÂ don't think this person cares at this point in time but I don't think he also knows who he's actually targeting," Edward Hore from the Australian Cycle Alliance told Nine.
Constable Lauren McCormack said the oil was believed to be diesel oil, which was dark in colour and difficult to see on the paths.
Most incidents had occurred at night or dusk.
"Once they get to it, they're hitting it and just sliding off their bikes," she said. "They're just losing control."
Oil slicks have also been reported on the Dynon Road path, particularly on the bend between Dynon and Arden roads.
Bicycle Network chief executive Craig Richards said a few riders had reported oil on bike paths and the group had spoken to Victoria Police.
But he urged cyclists not to "overreact publicly" and give offenders the satisfaction they seek.
"These incidents seem like a hard-to-fathom cry for attention," he said.
The cyclist injured on Sunday night is urged to contact Constable McCormack at Melbourne North police station on 8379 0800.
Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.