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Assault on Higgins leaves man in critical condition: Winnipeg police

A man remains in critical condition following an assault on Higgins Avenue early Thursday, police say. File / Global News

A man is fighting for life after an assault in the South Point Douglas neighbourhood early Thursday.

Police were called to reports a man had been found unconscious in the 100 block of Higgins around 4 a.m.

The man, who police say was suffering from severe injuries, was rushed to hospital in critical condition, where he remains.

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Police haven’t released any further details about the assault.

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The major crimes unit is investigating and anyone with information is asked to call investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS.

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