The victim of a serious assault in Sioux Lookout has passed away.

The OPP say they were contacted about the assault on August 22nd on Millar Crescent.

Police say he had life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital.

34-year-old Tyrone Lawrence Kakepetum of Sioux Lookout died from his injuries this past Friday.

A post-mortem has been conducted and the OPP say their investigation continues.

Anyone with information about the investigation is asked to contact the Sioux Lookout OPP at 1-888-310-1122.