Assault investigation launched after man is found seriously injured on the road

Simcoe County Paramedics ambulance - File Image. (Mike Arsalides/CTV News)

Provincial police are appealing to the public for help with their investigation into an alleged assault over the weekend in Penetanguishene that left one person seriously injured.

Southern Georgian Bay OPP officers reported receiving a call about a man laying on the road near the Main and Poyntz Street intersection just before 11 Saturday night.

Police say the 37-year-old local man appeared to be suffering from trauma to his body. Simcoe County paramedics rushed him to an area hospital and he was later transported to a Toronto area trauma centre for treatment.

His current condition was not disclosed.

Investigators are seeking any information that can assist with the case, including video footage of any persons or vehicles in the area on Saturday night. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous.