Downtown Calgary assault sends 1 to hospital: EMS

EMS were called to a busy intersection in Calgary's downtown core on Friday night, with reports on injured man lying on the street.

By Mike Gazzola

Posted May 4, 2024 8:07 am.

Last Updated May 4, 2024 8:08 am.

A man has been rushed to hospital following an apparent assault in Calgary’s downtown core Friday night.

At around 8:30 p.m., EMS were called to 1 Street and 15 Avenue SW for reports of an injured person in the area.

They say a man wearing a suit was eventually found lying flat on the sidewalk with visible injuries to his face.

Bystanders in the area say they believe the man was assaulted.

EMS tells CityNews he remains in hospital in stable condition.

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