Beverly Hills 90210 star Ian Ziering reveals what sparked violent biker attack while driving with his 12-year-old daughter – as he calls on law enforcement to ‘take decisive action on hooliganism’
Ian Ziering spoke out after he was involved in a shocking daytime brawl with a group of mini bikers in Hollywood on New Year's Eve.
The Beverly Hills 90210 alum, 59, took his Instagram on Monday to share details of the “alarming incident” and update fans on the status of his 12-year-old daughter, Mia, who was in his car at the time of the altercation.
“While stuck in traffic, my car was aggressively approached by one of these drivers, leading to a disturbing confrontation,” he began. 'To assess any damage, I got out of my car. This action unfortunately escalated into a physical altercation, which I went through to protect myself.”
A video of the violent episode shows the star clashing with four motorcyclists who exchanged punches and kicks before sprinting across the street on Hollywood Boulevard.
“I am relieved to report that my daughter and I are both completely unharmed, but the incident has left me deeply concerned about the growing audacity of such groups to disrupt public safety and peace,” Ziering added on Instagram.
Ian Ziering spoke out after being involved in a shocking daytime brawl with a group of mini bikers in Hollywood on New Year's Eve
He was filmed in Los Angeles on Sunday being punched and kicked by a group of mini cyclists during a shocking road rage incident
The 59-year-old Beverly Hills 90210 alum shared details of the “alarming incident” on his Instagram on Monday, updating fans on the status of his 12-year-old daughter, Mia, who was in the passenger seat of his car at the time of the altercation
'This situation highlights a wider problem of hooliganism on our streets and the need for effective law enforcement responses to such behaviour.'
“As a citizen and as a parent, I find it unacceptable that groups can freely engage in this type of behavior, which causes fear and chaos, while the response from the authorities appears inadequate,” he continued, before urging law enforcement to “decisively to take action'. '
“I have always been an advocate of standing up to harassment and misconduct, and this incident reinforces my belief in the importance of personal and community safety.”
He concluded, “I am grateful for the support of my family, friends and fans during this time.
“In challenging moments like these, the strength and unity of our community are of utmost importance. Happy new year.'
A source told DailyMail.com that Ziering is “doing well” following the incident.
It was not immediately clear Sunday evening whether anyone had been arrested in connection with the incident. TMZ reported, noting that “an official report” lists the Newark, New Jersey-born actor “as a victim” in the incident.
In an additional video published by the outlet, Ziering appeared to comfort Mia, who appeared visibly upset.
A video of the violent episode shows the star clashing with four bikers who exchanged punches and kicks before sprinting across the street on Hollywood Boulevard.
Ian, Mia Loren Ziering and Penna Mae Ziering at Jingle Ball in LA in December
In a video of the shock incident, The Beverly Hills, 90210 actor, 59, was seen colliding with mini bikers on Hollywood Boulevard
Ziering kicked an attacker as he crossed the street
The actor struggled with a motorcyclist during the shocking altercation
Ziering was filmed approaching and striking a rider
As he struggled with one rider, he was swarmed by others who attacked him
The actor defended himself against the attacks as he was pushed against a car
Ziering tried to get to safety, but was chased and grabbed by a rider
The actor was grabbed by a rider as he crossed the street
The incident involving Ziering occurred on Hollywood Boulevard. In the photo 2013
(L-R) Gabrielle Carteris, Tori Spelling, Brian Austin Green, Jason Priestley, Shannen Doherty, Jennie Garth and Ziering appeared on the 2019 reboot BH90210
Police told the station they are investigating the incident and are communicating with the people involved in the incident, which happened Sunday around 3 p.m. near the famous corner of Hollywood and Highland, just along the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Sources told the station that Ziering's “vehicle … was possibly struck” before the conflict was caught on camera during the incident.
Ziering was able to get back into his vehicle and leave the scene, sources told the outlet, while the group of mini bikers also abruptly left the scene after the violent incident.