The officer killed during a shootout in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood on Monday has been identified as Const. Mohamed Lamine Benredouane.
“It is with profound sadness that we confirm the tragic death of Constable Mohamed Lamine Benredouane while on duty protecting the public,” reads a statement from Montreal police (SPVM) issued Monday evening.
“His passing is a great loss to our organization. His sense of duty, dedication and professionalism will forever remain in our memories.”
C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous confirmons le décès tragique de l’agent Benredouane dans l’exercice de ses fonctions en protégeant la population. Le drame est survenu aujourd’hui lors d’une intervention dans le secteur de CDN.
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— Police Montréal (@SPVM) June 23, 2026
Benredouane was killed shortly after police were called to the intersection of Trans Island Ave. and de Courtrai Ave. regarding a gunman in the area.
Although the precise sequence of events is not yet clear, the SPVM confirmed Monday afternoon that a civilian was also killed, in addition to the suspected shooter.
A second officer was injured in the altercation. She is in stable condition.
Speaking at a press conference Monday afternoon, SPVM Chief Fady Dagher, who had yet to formally identify Benredouane, described him as a dedicated officer.
“I spoke with his brother. It’s difficult, it’s extremely difficult,” Dagher said, noting he had spoken with Benredouane on two occasions a few years back.
“I can tell you he was excellent — he was an excellent police officer,” he added. “When you become a police officer, you know the risks. But you never expect something like this to happen.”
Benredouane is the first Montreal police officer to die in the line of duty since 2002.
Benoît L’Écuyer, a 29-year-old officer, was fatally shot on Feb. 28, 2002 after chasing a car that failed to stop.