A MAN was seen performing a “sex act” on a Merseyrail train travelling on the Wirral line.

It was reported on Friday (December 22) that the man performed a sexual act in front of passengers. The man was then ordered to leave the train at Bebington station by rail staff.

Video footage was circulated on social media of the man.

A spokesperson for British Transport Police said: “On Friday, December 22, British Transport Police received a report from rail staff of a man performing a sexual act on a Merseyrail train.

“After being informed by passengers, rail staff ordered the man to leave the train at Bebington station. Witnesses later shared mobile phone footage with police. Enquiries are ongoing.”