Police are investigating a violent assault in the Glen Falls area of Saint John.

Officers were called to Broadway Avenue before 10:30 p.m. Tuesday after someone reported that a man who appeared to be injured was going door-to-door seeking help.

When they arrived on the scene police located the male, who was seriously injured.

He was rushed to the Saint John Regional Hospital where he is listed in serious condition.

No other details have been released.

Investigators are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them.