AN APPEAL has been launched to trace a man who threatened a mother and her children at a bus stop.

The incident happened in Ballards Lane in Dagenham just after midday on November 11 2016.

The woman, 38, was waiting for the Route 145 bus when a man got off a nearby bus and stood next to her smoking a herbal cigarette.

When she challenged him he became abusive and threatened her and her children.

Police have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the offence.

The suspect is described as black, aged in his mid-30s. He was wearing a distinctive black leather jacket with red writing on the back, with the words ‘Sean John’ over the shoulder. He also wore jeans.

Anyone who recognises him or has any information is urged to contact officers at Barking and Dagenham on 020 3276 1032 or via 101. 

Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or tweet @MetCC with any information.