Police have launched an investigation into alleged antisemitic abuse on a London bus – one year after another man was jailed for shouting anti-Jewish attacks on the same route in Golders Green .

A group of Jewish passengers in their 20s were believed to be traveling on the 102 bus towards Golders Green when they heard a man, who was accompanied by a child, spout abuse late last month.

One of the group overheard the man mutter “these f****** Jews” and when confronted by the group member he turned to his son and said Jews were “disgusting”.

The group reported the incident to the driver who did not show “any care” about what had happened.

A police spokesperson said: “Detectives in Barnet are investigating an allegation of antisemitic abuse. The investigation is ongoing and officers are working with Transport for London to obtain any CCTV that is available.

“The suspect is described as a man of middle eastern appearance, approximately 5ft 8 with slight stubble. Anyone with information is asked to call the police on 101, or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”