A vicious attack in the Exchange District of Winnipeg on Tuesday night, October 16, 2018, sent one man to the hospital in critical condition.

The 42-year-old male was walking near William Avenue and King Street when an unknown male attacked him from behind.

According to the victim, the attacker did not say a word to him.

After the attack police say the victim tried to get passing vehicles to stop and help but was unsuccessful until a medical supervisor was successfully flagged down.

The victim was taken to hospital in critical condition but has since been upgraded to stable.

Police officers, including members of the K-9 Unit and AIR-1, searched the area but could not locate the attacker.

Anyone who may have seen the attack or saw the suspect before or after the assault is asked to call investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477)

© 2018 News 4

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