A man at a Newark restaurant accidentally stabbed himself after threatening workers with a knife on Tuesday.

The incident took place at Sagres Bar and Grille at Prospect and Ferry streets.

Authorities say the man, who was screaming at workers, picked up a knife and began to make threats.

Before leaving, he attempted to stab the knife into the table and accidentally cut himself in the process.

The suspect is 6 foot 2 inches, about 180 pounds, and was seen wearing a dark blue long-sleeved shirt, shorts and a hat.

The police ask anyone with information to contact 1-877-NWK-TIPS.