Montreal Police Execute Searches in Investigation of Teen's Fatal Shooting
Montreal police conducted a series of searches across multiple municipalities on Montreal's South Shore on Thursday morning, as part of an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 15-year-old Nooran Rezayi. The teen was fatally shot by a Longueuil police officer during an intervention on September 21, 2025, sparking widespread calls for justice from his family and community.
Details of the Fatal Incident
On September 21, 2025, shortly before 3 p.m., Longueuil police responded to a 911 call reporting "a group of armed people" in the residential neighbourhood of St-Hubert. During the intervention, an officer shot and killed Rezayi. However, his family has strongly contested the police account, alleging that the teenager was unarmed and carrying only a school backpack at the time of the shooting.
Surveillance footage from cameras near the scene has revealed that the officer's gun was fired just eight seconds after the police cruiser arrived, adding to the controversy and demands for transparency. In response, Rezayi's family has filed a $2.2-million lawsuit against the Longueuil police force, accusing them of using "unreasonable and disproportionate force."
Parallel Investigations Underway
The searches conducted by Montreal police targeted locations in the South Shore municipalities of Beloeil, Brossard, Candiac, Longueuil, and St-Philippe. According to a press release from Montreal police, these actions are part of a parallel investigation separate from the one being conducted by Quebec's independent police watchdog, the Bureau des enquêtes indépendantes (BEI).
The BEI launched its own independent investigation into the circumstances of the intervention on September 21, 2025. At the BEI's request, Montreal police are focusing specifically on the events leading up to the Longueuil police intervention, aiming to provide a comprehensive review of the incident.
Community and Legal Responses
Since Rezayi's death, his family and the broader community have been vocal in their demands for accountability and justice. The lawsuit highlights the ongoing tensions between law enforcement and the public, particularly in cases involving young individuals. The family's legal action seeks not only financial compensation but also a thorough examination of police practices to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
This case underscores the critical role of independent oversight in police investigations, as both the BEI and Montreal police work to uncover the facts. The outcome of these probes could have significant implications for police protocols and community relations in Quebec.
