Two Montreal police officers were injured after their cruiser crashed into a stolen vehicle on Wednesday evening.
According to the Montreal Police Service (SPVM), the incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. in the borough of Saint-Laurent. The officers were responding to a call about a stolen vehicle when they collided with the suspect’s car at the intersection of Côte-Vertu Boulevard and Cavendish Boulevard.
The impact of the crash caused significant damage to both vehicles, leaving the officers trapped inside their cruiser. Firefighters were called to the scene to extricate them from the wreckage.
Both officers were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect, who was also injured in the crash, was arrested and taken into custody.
The SPVM has launched an investigation into the incident and is asking anyone with information to come forward. They are also reminding the public to always be cautious and aware of their surroundings while driving.
This is not the first time that Montreal police officers have been injured in the line of duty. In 2019, a police officer was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle while conducting a traffic stop. The incident sparked a conversation about the dangers that police officers face on a daily basis.
The SPVM is urging drivers to respect the rules of the road and to be mindful of emergency vehicles when they are responding to calls. They also want to remind the public that stealing a vehicle is a serious crime and can have dangerous consequences.
As the investigation into this incident continues, the SPVM is asking for the public’s cooperation and support. They are committed to ensuring the safety of both their officers and the community they serve.
