Three people killed in Montreal shooting incident involving police and suspect

Montreal Shooting Leaves Three Dead, Police Officer Among Victims

A shooting incident occurred in Montreal on Monday, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including a police officer, a resident, and the suspected assailant. According to authorities, two police officers were also injured during the incident.

The situation is still unfolding, with few details available regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting. A social media post from the Montreal Police Department stated that a suspect has been neutralized, but did not provide further information on the number of suspects involved or any potential motives.

Earlier in the day, police warned residents to stay indoors due to an “armed and dangerous” suspect in the Cote-des-Neiges area. The department later confirmed that one of its officers had died in the line of duty.

The Montreal Police Department has advised residents to avoid the affected area until further notice. An update on the situation is expected in the next hour.

Source: Al Jazeera