An investigation is underway after a man was found with serious injuries in Sydney's inner west today.
About 3pm today (Tuesday 3 March 2026), emergency services were called to Holden Street, near Liverpool Road, Ashfield, following reports of a concern for welfare.
Officers attached Burwood Police Area Command were told two men were seen dragging a third man with serious injuries.
The two men left the scene before police arrived and the third man - believed to be in his 50s - was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to hospital in a critical condition.
A short time later, police arrested a 38-year-old man nearby.
He was taken to Burwood Police Station where inquiries continue.
A crime scene has been established, and police have commenced an investigation into the incident.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Burwood Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
