POLICE are appealing for information about a man who launched a tirade of abuse at commuters on an early morning train.

The man was causing a disturbance at Colchester North Station at just before 6.40am on Thursday, and British Transport Police were called to attend.

By the time officers arrived, the man had left the scene and police now want help to try and trace him.

Any witnesses are asked to contact the BTP quoting incident number 66 of January 12.

Information can be given on the force's discreet text line on 61016 or by calling 0800 405040.