[EN VIDÉO] Armed assault: One seriously injured on Saint-Joseph Street

Quebec police are investigating a violent armed attack that occurred overnight from Saturday to Sunday in Quebec City.

According to SPVQ spokesman David Pelletier, the attack occurred around 2 a.m. on Saint-Joseph Street, near Dorchester. The context surrounding the events remains under investigation. The police simply confirm that an investigation is underway.

A video is currently circulating on social media. There may be the beginning of an altercation, followed by aggression. Five people are then in the center of the roadway. The victim then crashes heavily to the ground after an impact noise.

For some reason yet to be determined, a young adult was struck in the head with what appears to be a metal bar or retractable baton. The exact nature of the weapon used has not been confirmed by the police.

The young man suffered serious head injuries but his life was not threatened. No arrests have yet been made. Police have not provided a description of the suspect either at this time.

Charges of assault with a weapon causing bodily harm or attempted murder could eventually be filed.

The major crimes unit is leading the investigation. Major crime investigators share the work with the Domestic Crime and Sexual Assault unit as elements surrounding the attack need to be clarified.