Victorian police officers are searching for a man who allegedly held a knife to a man’s throat and forced him to drive an hour across north-east Victoria.

The driver was waiting at an intersection in the regional city of Shepparton when a man approached the car and forced a knife through the window shortly before 1pm on July 27, police said.

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The offender then forced the 27-year-old victim to drive to the town of Yarrawonga, about one hour away.

Police said the man then assaulted the victim before getting into a waiting red VX Holden Commodore and leaving in the direction of Cobram.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au