Key facts
- A shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood on Monday resulted in three deaths.
- The deceased include a police officer, a civilian, and the suspect.
- One police officer was injured and taken to hospital.
- The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. local time.
- Police are investigating the motive and have not commented on whether it was a hate crime or act of terror.
A shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood on Monday left three people dead, including a police officer, a civilian, and the alleged gunman. The incident, which occurred around 11:30 a.m. local time, triggered alarm in the city, with police chief Fady Dagher describing it as a "tragedy, a nightmare." The death of the officer marks the first time a Montreal police officer has been killed in the line of duty in 24 years. Another officer was injured and taken to hospital in stable condition. A witness reported seeing a gun barrel sticking out of a window, prompting the police response. Authorities have not yet commented on the motive, stating it is too early to determine if it was a hate crime or act of terror. The area, known for its Jewish population and kosher markets, remains under investigation, though some transportation services have begun to resume.