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Montreal Shooting in Côte‑des‑Neiges Kills Police Officer and Civilian, Suspect Shot Dead

An independent BEI inquiry has begun as authorities say the motive is unknown and community safety and support measures are being activated.

Overview

  • Police responded to a 911 call about a person with a firearm and were met with gunfire during an intervention that left three people dead, including an SPVM officer and the suspect who was shot by police.
  • The fatal shooting and the neutralization of the lone suspect occurred on Monday in the Côte‑des‑Neiges area and a policewoman wounded in the confrontation is now in stable condition.
  • The SPVM identified the officer killed as Mohamed Lamine Benredouane and confirmed a civilian resident also died; authorities have not released a confirmed motive for the attack.
  • A wide security perimeter closed major roads and disrupted metro service, Québec en Alerte messages told residents to shelter in place, and a provincial crisis cell was set up to coordinate response and support.
  • The Bureau des enquêtes indépendantes is leading the probe once the scene was secured, and local leaders have stressed caution against speculation while community aftercare and security reviews continue.