Montreal Shooting, MONTREAL, QUEBEC — A shooting at a grocery store in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood on Monday left a police officer, a civilian and the suspected gunman dead, while another officer was injured during the violent incident, authorities said.
The incident unfolded on June 22, 2026, prompting Montreal police to issue a shelter-in-place warning as officers responded to reports of an armed suspect in the area. Residents were urged to remain indoors while police worked to secure the scene.
According to police, officers confronted the suspect during the response, leading to an exchange of gunfire. The Montreal Police Service confirmed that one officer was killed in the line of duty, while another officer and a civilian were injured. The suspect was later neutralized at the scene.
The shooting occurred in the Côte-des-Neiges area, a neighborhood with a significant Jewish community presence. Authorities have not confirmed a motive behind the attack and have cautioned against speculation as investigators continue gathering evidence.
Montreal police expressed sadness over the loss of the officer and said further details about the victims and circumstances surrounding the shooting would be released as the investigation progresses.
The area remained under police investigation following the incident, with authorities working to determine the full sequence of events and whether any additional factors contributed to the deadly confrontation. Officials have asked residents to continue avoiding the area while the investigation remains active.
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