A man is in critical condition after being punched in the face in downtown Montreal.
According to police, the incident occurred on Saturday evening near the intersection of Sainte-Catherine and Peel streets. The victim, whose identity has not been released, was reportedly walking alone when he was approached by an unknown assailant.
Eyewitnesses say the attacker punched the victim in the face before fleeing the scene. The victim fell to the ground and was found unconscious by passersby who immediately called for help.
Emergency services arrived at the scene and transported the victim to a nearby hospital where he remains in critical condition. The extent of his injuries has not been disclosed.
Police are currently investigating the incident and are appealing to the public for any information that may lead to the identification of the suspect. They have also requested any surveillance footage from nearby businesses or residences.
The motive behind the attack is still unknown and it is unclear if the victim and the attacker knew each other.
This incident has sparked concern among residents and business owners in the area, with many calling for increased security measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Montreal Police Service or Crime Stoppers.
