St. Thomas Police have arrested a 29-year-old man they say pulled a knife on a former friend.

An warrant had been issued for Jeremy Porter on charges of assault with a weapon, weapons dangerous and four counts of breach of probation after he was allegedly involved in a dispute on Sunday evening.

Police say Porter lunged at another man in an attempt to stab him, but the victim managed to escape unharmed and call for help.

They also advise against approaching Porter if you see him, instead call 911 or Crime Stoppers.