A WOMAN punched a staff member and verbally abused them at Chelmsford station after being quizzed for not having the correct ticket.

The incident occurred on Tuesday 9 October between 3pm and 3.30pm when a woman was stopped by revenue staff for not having a correct ticket.

The woman then became abusive and obstructive to one of the revenue staff, she then assaulted them.

Officers would like to speak to the woman pictured as they believe she may have information which could help them investigate.

If you recognise this woman or have any information which could help the investigation, call 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016, quoting 300 of 09/10/18.