Key facts
- A shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood on Monday killed three people.
- The deceased include a police officer, a civilian, and the suspect.
- One police officer was injured and taken to hospital.
- The suspect is believed to have acted alone.
- The officer's death is the first line-of-duty fatality for Montreal police in 24 years.
A shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood on Monday resulted in three deaths, including a police officer, a civilian, and the suspect. Montreal Police Chief Fady Dagher described the incident as a "nightmare." The death of the officer is the first line-of-duty fatality for the Montreal police in 24 years. Another officer sustained injuries and was hospitalized. The shooting began around 11:30 a.m. local time after a witness reported seeing a gun from a window. Authorities stated it was too early to determine the motive, and have not commented on whether it was a hate crime or act of terror. Quebec's Domestic Security Minister Ian Lafrenière noted that the suspect is believed to have acted alone. Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed horror at the event, and the Mayor of Montreal and Quebec Premier offered condolences.