Montreal shooting leaves three dead
A shooting in a Jewish neighbourhood of Montreal on Monday, June 23, left three people dead, including a police officer, a local resident and the suspected gunman, according to authorities. Police said the motive had not yet been determined and urged the public to avoid the affected area while investigators continued their work. The incident took place in a part of Côte-des-Neiges known for kosher restaurants, supermarkets, shops and residential buildings, and is frequently visited by members of Montreal’s large Jewish community.
Montreal police confirmed the death of one of their officers in the line of duty and described the loss with deep sadness. Authorities later confirmed that the suspect and a resident had also been killed. Another police officer was reported to have suffered serious injuries during the incident. The identity of the resident who died was not immediately released, and police were expected to provide more details at a later briefing.
Authorities urge caution
The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs said it was closely monitoring the situation and urged community members to remain vigilant while awaiting more information. Quebec Public Security Minister Ian Lafreniere advised residents to stay indoors as emergency operations continued in the area. He said officials were on the ground and that a crisis unit was being set up, while also noting that the motive behind the attack remained unclear.
Quebec Premier Christine Frechette said she was deeply shaken by the events in the Côte-des-Neiges area and urged the public to allow authorities to complete their work without speculation. Her comments reflected growing concern across the province as details emerged about the deaths and the police response.
Investigation continues in Côte-des-Neiges
Police said the incident began shortly before midday, prompting a rapid emergency response. A police helicopter was seen flying above the neighbourhood as officers secured the area and emergency personnel arrived at the scene. The affected zone includes a supermarket, several businesses and nearby residences, making the response more complex in a busy urban setting.
Investigators are now focused on confirming the sequence of events, identifying the victims and determining what led to the shooting. Until the motive is established, officials have asked the public to avoid drawing conclusions and to rely on confirmed updates from authorities.
