A 'threatening' man has been spotted allegedly holding two knives in an an area of Trowbridge.

The incident happened in the afternoon on Sunday, July 28 in the Ushers Court area.

A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of affray.

A police spokesperson said: "Officers received reports of someone walking around holding two knives in the Ushers Court area of Trowbridge.

Emergency services at the scene. (Image: Trevor Porter)

"The incident happened around 12:30pm yesterday (Sunday).

"The man has reportedly verbally threatened a member of the public. He was arrested shortly after."

At the time of writing he remains in custody.