POLICE are hunting a man over a racist incident at a library.

Northumbria Police say the man made racist and threatening comments towards another man at Newcastle City Library at 11.23am on Wednesday, September 9.

Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to.

He was in the library at the time and police say may have information that could help with their enquiries.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to call Northumbria Police on 101, extension 69191, quoting reference number 330 09/09/15.