A MAN is in a critical condition following a serious assault, as cops have a man in custody.

The horror attack on the 20-year-old man took place in Margaret Street, New Quay, Wales, in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Police said they have launched an investigation and have a 37-year-old man in custody on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm.

A police spokesperson said: “Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating an incident of serious assault that occurred in Margaret Street leading to Uplands square, New Quay, Ceredigion at approx. 12:51am early hours of today (Saturday, 4 July).

“A 20-year-old man sustained serious, life-threatening injuries as a result of the assault, and was conveyed to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.

“A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of Grievous Bodily Harm and is in police custody.

“Enquiries are progressing, led by CID and the major crime team, and there will continue to be a police presence in the area over the following days.

“Officers are appealing for any witnesses, or anyone with any information to get in touch with them.”

You can get in touch with detectives by emailing 101@dyfed-powys.police.uk, messaging on social media or phoning 101, quoting DP-20260704-028.