Vehicle set ablaze in West Island

An SPVM logo is seen on a detention centre in Montreal, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024. (The Canadian Press/Christinne Muschi)

Montreal police (SVPM) confirmed that a vehicle was set on fire in Dollard-Des-Ormeaux on Saturday night.

According to SPVM spokesperson Manuel Couture, officers responded to a 911 call concerning a vehicle that was on fire in the entrance of a residence on Papillon Street near Hyman Street.

“According to initial reports, at least one suspect was seen fleeing the scene when the fire started. Incendiary elements may have been used to start the fire,” Couture said.

Incendiary elements may have been used to start the fire

The investigation is ongoing.