1 dead following altercation outside Southview bar

Calgary police say one person has died following an altercation outside Portico Lounge in Southview early Monday.

Calgary police say one person has died following an altercation outside Portico Lounge in Southview early Monday.

At about 5 a.m. Monday morning, police were called to 1806 36 St. S.E. for a disturbance outside the bar involving "multiple individuals."

When officers arrived, they found evidence a fight had taken place, but no victims were found at the scene.

A short time later, a seriously injured man was dropped off at the Peter Lougheed Centre.

"Sadly, the man has since succumbed to his injuries," police said in a news release.

The investigation is still in its early stages, but police say the victim was injured during the fight outside the bar.

"Officers are currently searching for evidence at the scene, speaking with witnesses and canvassing the area for CCTV footage. It is believed that multiple witnesses have not yet come forward to police," officials said.