‘90210′ actor Ian Ziering says he was attacked by people on minibikes in Hollywood
Hollywood Boulevard fight FILE PHOTO: Ian Ziering attends the "Sharknado" 10th Anniversary photo call and panel during 2023 Comic-Con International: San Diego on July 21, 2023 in San Diego, California. Ziering was attacked by a group of mini bike riders on New Year's Eve. (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
Actor Ian Ziering claims he was attacked by minibike riders in Hollywood on New Year’s Eve.
Several media outlets have reported on the alleged attack that happened at about 3 p.m. Sunday near the TCL Chinese Theater.
Police were called to the scene on Hollywood Boulevard, following reports that a fight broke out after the group on the minibikes was driving recklessly, KTLA reported.
TMZ has a video of the incident that shows Ziering pushing one of the riders, who was in front of the “Beverly Hills 90210″ actor’s SUV.
The push then ended in a fight with Ziering eventually running across the street, escaping from the group.
Ziering later released a statement on Instagram explaining what happened, writing, “Yesterday, I experienced an alarming incident involving a group of individuals on mini bikes. While stuck in traffic, my car was approached aggressively by one of these riders leading to an unsettling confrontation. In an attempt to assess any damage I exited my car. This action, unfortunately, escalated into a physical altercation, which I navigated to protect myself.”
Police said the incident is under investigation, KTLA reported, however according to TMZ, no arrests have been made.
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Through the Years BEVERLY HILLS, CA - NOVEMBER 3: (from left to right) Former cast members Jennie Garth, Brian Austin Green, Ian Ziering, Jason Priestley and Gabrielle Carteris arrive at the Beverly Hills 90210: The Complete First Season DVD Party at The Beverly Hilton Hotel November 3, 2006 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Getty Images) (Michael Buckner/Getty Images)
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Through the Years UNIVERSAL CITY, CA - OCTOBER 30: Actor Ian Ziering with characters from the Simpsons attends EA's Official Launch Of "The Simpsons Game" at the Hard Rock Cafe on October 30, 2007 in Universal City, California. (Photo by Chad Buchanan/Getty Images) (Chad Buchanan/Getty Images)
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Through the Years SHERMAN OAKS, CA - JUNE 11: Actor Ian Ziering and his daughter Mia Ziering attend Britax and Baby Buggy host Pre-Father's Day Mini Golf Open to Celebrate the summer launch of The Britax Baby Carrier at Castle Park on June 11, 2011 in Sherman Oaks, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Britax) (Michael Kovac)
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Through the Years HOLLYWOOD, CA - AUGUST 05: Actor Ian Ziering and daughter Mia Loren arrive at the premiere of Disney's 'Planes' presented by Target at the El Capitan Theatre on August 5, 2013 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Angela Weiss/Getty Images) (Angela Weiss/Getty Images)
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Through the Years NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 03: TV personality Ian Ziering attends a "Celebrity Apprentice" red carpet event at Trump Tower on February 3, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images) (Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)
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Through the Years SAN DIEGO, CA - JULY 10: Actors Tara Reid (L) and Ian Ziering attend the "Sharknado 3" Party during Comic-Con International 2015 at Hotel Solamar on July 10, 2015 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images) (Mark Davis/Getty Images)
Through the Years HOLLYWOOD, CA - OCTOBER 30: Actor Ian Ziering and Erin Kristine Ludwig attend the First-Ever GOOD+ Foundation Halloween Bash hosted Jessica Seinfeld at Sunset Gower Studios on October 30, 2016 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Mike Windle/Getty Images for GOOD+) (Mike Windle)
Through the Years SAN DIEGO, CA - JULY 20: Ian Ziering speaks onstage at "The Last Sharknado: It's About Time" panel during Comic-Con International 2018 at San Diego Convention Center on July 20, 2018 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images) (Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Through the Years BEVERLY HILLS, CA - AUGUST 07: Ian Ziering, Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling of BH 90210 speak during the Fox segment of the 2019 Summer TCA Press Tour at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on August 7, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) (Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
Through the Years LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 17: Ian Ziering is seen backstage the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Festival on September 17, 2021 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for iHeartMedia) (Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)
Through the Years SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 21: Ian Ziering attends the "Sharknado" 10th Anniversary photo call and panel during 2023 Comic-Con International: San Diego on July 21, 2023 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)