Wouldn't your busted bicycle also be considered evidence to support your case? Sure, he could say he didn't do that, or that you busted it yourself, but every little bit helps.

Bizarre. So this detective is saying that attempted murder is not a crime as long as no bodily harm is done? Or that I can go to a car on the street and smash in the windshield w/ a brick, and as long as nobody is hurt, their is no crime? As far as I know, the police ticket at fault drivers in a car on car accident even when nobody is inured?

I tried to file a criminal complaint. The police were not interested. Does anyone know who I should contact at the district attorney's office?

Hit this guy where it hurts him most - the wallet. Find a lawyer who'll work on a percentage and sue him in civil court for a few million $$$$$.

Yup. That's the same story I hear all over. In Toronto, ARC (Advocacy for Respect for Cyclists)
has provided volunteer counselling for many cyclists in similar situations with the same results.
The message is clear. Cars are legal weapons
you may use with impunity if you know how to use them, and even if you don't.