Man critically injured at downtown Toronto bar

Toronto bar fight — Toronto police investigating after a man was critically injured at a bar near King Street West and Portland Street. CITYNEWS/Bertram Dandy

By Michael Ranger

Posted August 29, 2023 6:07 am.

Last Updated September 12, 2023 12:22 pm.

A man is in critical condition following an assault at a bar in downtown Toronto on Monday night.

Officers were called to the area of Portland and King Streets around 11:30 p.m. for reports of an assault.

Police tell CityNews the victim was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

A suspect fled the scene before officers arrived, but police say they now have one person in custody.

The investigation is ongoing.

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