Benedict Cumberbatch was involved in a heated roadside argument with a cyclist near London's King's Cross station on May 12, after the rider accused him of breaking traffic rules while riding, including running red lights. [1, 2]
The cyclist said Cumberbatch had gone through a red light, with one report saying the accusation later shifted to two red lights. Cumberbatch denied the claim and said he had been verbally abused during the exchange. [1, 2]
The confrontation lasted about 10 minutes before the cyclist rode off, according to the reports. Witnesses said bystanders gathered at the scene and some people recognised the actor. [1, 2]
After the argument ended, Cumberbatch posed for photos with fans nearby. That was the last concrete development reported in the accounts. [1, 2]
