A WOMAN was threatened by a man holding a knife at an address on St Thomas Road, Launceston, in the early hours of this morning (Thursday).

Police were called at around 1.45am. The suspect had fled the area in a car. Officers located the victim nearby, who was said to be shaken up but unharmed.

Searches took place and the suspect’s car was located in Tesco car park.

A 54-year-old man is helping police with their enquiries.