Investigators are hoping to speak with anyone who was in the area of Higgins and Main between late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning who may have been witness to a serious assault.

At 12:40 a.m. Winnipeg Police Service Officers arrived at the northeast corner of Main Street and Higgins Avenue, finding a woman severely injured in the greenspace.

Police say the victim was suffering from severe injuries from an assault.

The woman was transported to the hospital where she remains in critical condition.

The Major Crimes Unit is now investigating the assault.

Police say that they are looking to speak with people who may have been in the area late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning and ask potential witnesses to call (204) 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-TIPS (8477).