Lockdown lifted after fatal shootings in Montreal
A lockdown in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood has been lifted after a series of shootings left a civilian, a police officer, and a suspect dead on Monday, June 22, 2026. Another police officer was injured in the incident, which unfolded late Monday morning.
Montreal police responded to an active shooting situation in the area, leading to a lockdown that has since been lifted. The identities of the deceased have not yet been released, and the investigation is ongoing.
Details of the incident
The shootings occurred in the Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood, prompting a large police response. According to Postmedia News, the lockdown was lifted after the suspect was neutralized. The injured police officer is receiving medical treatment.
This incident is part of a broader pattern of violence that has raised concerns about public safety in Montreal. The motive for the shootings remains unclear, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Related coverage
In a related opinion piece, columnist Warren Kinsella questioned whether the shootings were targeting Jews, noting that for 989 days since the Oct. 7, 2023 atrocities, governments have been warned that someone would attempt to kill Jews in Canada. The article highlights ongoing concerns about antisemitism and the need for vigilance.
Meanwhile, other news stories on Monday covered the Brady Tkachuk trade from the Ottawa Senators to the Florida Panthers, with analysts citing anti-American sentiment and player control as factors. Additionally, surveillance footage was released showing a suspect in anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh, Scotland.
