A man is in hospital after being found with serious head injuries in a city centre underpass.
Police were called to the underpass at the junction of Burleys Way and Church Gate, in Leicester, just before 2.30am today.
The man was found with serious head injuries.
Police have cordoned off the area whilst they carry out forensic examinations.
Detective Inspector Alex Hathaway, who is investigating the incident, said: "The victim was found unconscious in the pedestrian underpass by a member of the public. We are still trying to establish how this man came to his injuries.
"We believe he may have been out in the city centre on Saturday night."
The man was taken to the Queen's Medical Centre in Nottingham with facial and serious head injuries.
He is in a critical but stable condition.
He is believed to be between 30 and 40 years of age and has been described as being of eastern European or Asian in appearance.
He is thought to have black hair and was wearing a white short sleeved t-shirt.
"There were a number of people in the area around the time of the incident and we would urge anyone who hasn't spoken with the police to come forward. Any calls received will be treated in confidence."
Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone who can help their inquiriesto contact Detective Inspector Hathaway on 101.
Alternatively, they could contact Crimestoppers, which is free and anonymous on 0800 555 111.
