‘90210’ Star Ian Ziering Breaks Silence Over Attack by Biker Gang

Actor Ian Ziering during an appearance in New York on August 3, 2017. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

Ian Ziering, an actor who starred in the original “Beverly Hills, 90210” show, said that he was attacked by a group of bikers in Los Angeles on New Year’s Eve.

On Jan. 1, the 59-year-old actor said in a video posted on Instagram that he was happy that both he and his 12-year-old daughter Mia were not harmed.

”Yesterday, I experienced an alarming incident involving a group of individuals on mini bikes,” Mr. Ziering said.

“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.”

The incident, he added, left him “deeply concerned about the growing boldness of such groups who disrupt public safety and peace.”

“As a citizen and a parent, I find it unacceptable that groups can freely engage in this kind of behavior, causing fear and chaos, while the response from authorities seems insufficient,” he said.

“I have always been an advocate for standing up against intimidation and misconduct, and this incident reinforces my belief in the importance of personal and community safety.”

The father of two said he believes that law enforcement needs to move more quickly.

“I urge city officials and law enforcement to take decisive action against such lawlessness and provide the necessary resources to prevent future occurrences,” he said.

‘Hooliganism on Our Streets’

“This situation highlights a larger issue of hooliganism on our streets and the need for effective law enforcement responses to such behavior,” Mr. Ziering added.

His comments appear to confirm video footage that was obtained by celebrity gossip website TMZ, which shows Mr. Ziering ’s vehicle being approached and surrounded by individuals on mini-bikes on Hollywood Boulevard.

The actor is seen emerging from the vehicle before the physical confrontation erupted between him and one of the bikers. He is then seen attempting to run from the group.

The footage also appears to show Mr. Ziering, best known for his portrayal of Steve Sanders in “90210,” being chased by the group before he was grabbed, pushed into a vehicle, and struck several times by the group of bikers.

At one point, Mr. Ziering is seen kicking one of the bikers, who fell to the ground. The TMZ report adds that both Mr. Ziering and the bikers left the scene along with their vehicles.

As the melee ensued, none of the bystanders tried to intervene, the footage shows.

A subsequent video obtained by TMZ allegedly shows extensive damage done to the car’s windshield. It also shows a screengrab of one of the bikers using his helmet to attack the car.

The Los Angeles Police Department told KTLA-TV that officers responded to the incident at around 3 p.m. on New Year’s Eve following “reports of a fight that broke out after the group of bikers were driving recklessly.”

Officials said the incident is still under investigation.

The original “Beverly Hills, 90210” program ran on Fox from 1990 to 2000.

Mr. Ziering concluded his social media statement by saying he’s “thankful for the support of my family, friends, and fans during this time.”

“It’s in challenging moments like these that the strength and unity of our community are most vital,” he said.

“Happy New Year.”