A BUS driver was assaulted by a man he had asked to stop swearing.

The Yellow Buses driver was slapped in the face and had his glasses knocked off after speaking to the man.

Police have only just released details of the assault, which happened on Sunday July 12, between 12.15pm and 12.30pm.

The driver, a 51-year-old man from Poole, was at the wheel of a number 5B heading towards Kinson.

Police are appealing for anyone who recognises the man pictured in CCTV from the bus to contact them.

Anyone who can help should contact PC Gareth Gosling of Winton on 01202 222 222 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.