THREE men were racially abused as they travelled on a train from Blackburn to Colne.

British Transport Police have released an image of a man they believe may have vital information about the incident.

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He had boarded the train at Blackburn Station at around 5.30pm on Thursday, November 5.

PC Peter Riley said: “A man complained to the train conductor about three men who were sitting in disabled seats.

“He referred to the men in a racist manner in a loud voice.

“He then fell asleep and left the train at Colne station.”

Anyone with information is asked to call BTP on 0800 405040 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.