Gatineau police seeking witnesses to armed attack; 1 in hospital

The City of Gatineau Police Service (SPVG) is asking the public for help with the investigation into an armed attack in the downtown core.

Around 3 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29, officers responded to a call about an assault in the area of 117 Promenade du Portage.

The SPVG says several people were involved in the altercation and one person was reportedly injured with a blunt object.

The victim remains in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The SPVG is looking for witnesses as well as any images or videos taken by people present at the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the SPVG information line at 819 243-4636, option 5.

All information is treated confidentially.