Police say two men have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy was assaulted in the west end of Moncton around 4:30 a.m. Saturday.

The teen remains in hospital in critical condition.

Police say a 28-year-old man and a 23-year-old man, both from Moncton, have been arrested and released on conditions.

Both are scheduled to appear in court in December to face charges.

Police have released few other details about the incident but say it remains under investigation.