The tragic shooting that occurred last week in the Verdun neighborhood of Montreal has now been officially declared a homicide by the police. The victim, a 31-year-old man, has succumbed to his injuries and passed away.
According to the Montreal Police Service, the shooting took place on Wednesday, June 23rd, at around 9:30 pm on Verdun Street near 4th Avenue. The victim was found with multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, he unfortunately did not survive.
The identity of the victim has not been released by the police, pending notification of his family. However, they have confirmed that he was known to them and had a criminal record.
The investigation into this homicide is ongoing, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward. They are particularly interested in speaking with any witnesses who may have seen or heard anything related to the shooting.
This tragic incident has left the community of Verdun in shock and mourning. Many residents have expressed their concerns about the safety of their neighborhood and are calling for increased police presence and measures to prevent such violence from happening again.
This is the second homicide to occur in the Verdun area in the past month, with the first one taking place on May 31st. The police have not confirmed if there is any connection between the two incidents.
As the investigation continues, the police are reminding the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. They are also asking for the community’s cooperation in helping to bring justice to the victim and his family.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
