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A man has been critically injured after a late-night assault in Wellington.
Emergency services were called to Courtenay Place opposite St James Theatre about 3.20am after a man was found injured.
The victim was transported to hospital in critical condition, and police are now appealing for any information.
Enquiries are underway to establish the full circumstances of how the man sustained his injuries.
One person is assisting police.
Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this assault, or has any knowledge of those involved, they said in a statement.
Anyone with information should contact police online or call 105, using reference number 241006/5414.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
