POLICE have released images of a man they want to speak to regarding homophobic comments and drunken abuse.

The incident happened during a train journey to Manchester Piccadilly Station, between 11.30am and 3.15pm on Saturday, November 23, but officers are now appealing for more information.

Passengers reported a man was drunk and said he was being verbally abusive to people on the train and was also making homophobic comments.

He left the train at Manchester Piccadilly.

Anyone who knows him is asked to contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40.

In both cases, quote reference number 1900101397.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.