POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a male "lashed out at another male shouting very threatening words at the same time".

The incident happened at 1pm yesterday (Wednesday) in the area of TK Maxx in Douglas.

Police said there was a lot of people in the area who may have heard or seen the incident. The "aggressor" was wearing a green or navy fleece and is approximately 5ft 9 with blonde hair.

Anyone with information should contact PC Andy Lloyd on 631212.