Police officer and civilian killed in Montreal shooting, suspect also dead

Montreal police (SPVM) say one officer is dead and another is in critical condition following a shooting in the Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood.

Shortly before 1:45 p.m., the SPVM confirmed that one of the officers was killed. A civilian also died in the altercation, and the suspect was killed.

Officers were called to the scene at 11:35 a.m. at the corner of Courtrai and Trans Island avenues, and an emergency alert urging people to shelter-in-place was issued.

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3:45 p.m.: ‘I’m horrified,’ says prime minister

Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was “horrified” to learn about the deadly shooting in Montreal.

“My thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones, the first responders, and the entire community of Côte‑des‑Neiges. My gratitude is with our courageous police officers whose heroic dedication protects our communities," Carney said in a post on X.

Joe Lofaro, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

3:15 p.m.: Shelter-in-place over

Montreal police have lifted the shelter-in-place order that was issued following the shooting this morning.

In an afternoon press conference, police chief Fady Dagher said there is no other suspect being sought.

On the police officer who was killed, Dagher described him as “a great, great, great police officer,” who was “very passionate” about his job.

Joe Lofaro, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

3 p.m.: ‘It’s a nightmare’

A visibly distraught Montreal police chief Fady Dagher gave details of the shooting, confirming that the operation is continuing.

“It’s a very, very sad day,” he said. “It’s a nightmare, but we have to be solid. We have to be sold for the lady for this officer who survived and we’re all behind.”

2:28 p.m.: Premier ‘shaken’

Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette said she was “deeply shaken” by the shooting.

“I thank the police officers, first responders, and all those mobilized on the ground,“ she wrote on X. ”As the operation and investigation are still ongoing, it is essential to let the authorities do their work and to avoid any speculation.”

She added that the Government of Quebec will cooperate and be available for the victims.

“Such acts have no place,” she said.

Daniel J. Rowe, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

2:08 p.m.: Mayor sends condolences

Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada posted her condolences for those killed in the shooting.

“My deepest condolences to the family, loved ones, and colleagues of the police officer who died in the line of duty in Côte-des-Neiges,“ she wrote on X. ”My thoughts are also with all those affected by this tragedy.”

Daniel J. Rowe, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

1:55 p.m.: Civilian, suspect killed

SPVM spokesperson Jean-Pierre Brabant confirmed that the other female officer who was injured is in critical condition.

The suspect and the civilian who were injured were also reported dead.

Daniel J. Rowe, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

1:40 p.m.: Officer killed

At 1:40 p.m., the SPVM reported that one of the officers who was shot died.

“It is with great sadness that we confirm the death of one of our police officers while on duty,” police said.

Daniel J. Rowe, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

1:22 p.m.: Two officers, one citizen injured

Montreal police posted on X that a suspect was neutralized after two police officers and one citizen were injured.

The operation remains ongoing and police are advising to avoid the area.

Daniel J. Rowe, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

1:10 p.m.: STM not stopping at Namur

The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) has confirmed that the Orange line will not be stopping at Namur station for the time being.

Rachel Lau, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

12:57 p.m.: Witness describes chaotic scene

Brandon Elkaim, who lives nearby, says he was completely shocked to find out that there was a shooting in his neighbourhood.

“It was about 10 or 12, what we now know, were shots in a row,” he told CTV News. “About 10 minutes went by of quiet but in that time, we saw the park completely empty out, parents and kids running in a panic.”

He says police quickly swarmed the area, and the operation is ongoing.

“We’re all in complete shock that this is happening in our usually quiet neighbourhood,” he said. “We’re surrounded by schools. This is usually a very family area. So, we’re all completely shocked at what we just saw happening here.”

Rachel Lau, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

12:34 p.m.: ‘Armed and dangerous’

An emergency alert was issued just after midday for an “armed and dangerous suspect” in the sector.

“If you are in the affected area, shelter indoors, lock the doors, stay away from windows and follow instructions of local authorities,” it warned.

Montreal police are unable to share any details on the causes and circumstances surrounding the gunfire.

Rachel Lau, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter

12:14 p.m.: Decarie closures

The Decarie Expressway (A-15) northbound is completely blocked to traffic at the exit to Côte-St-Luc Road, according to Quebec 511.

People are being asked to avoid the area due to a police intervention.

Rachel Lau, CTVNewsMontreal.ca digital reporter