On September 8, 2026, police in Quebec arrested eight teenagers after a vehicle chase that began in Longueuil and concluded in Montreal. The arrests followed an alleged armed assault reported earlier in the day, prompting a rapid law‑enforcement response across municipal boundaries.
Officers were dispatched to Longueuil after receiving a call about an armed attack. While the specifics of the assault were not released, police identified a group of suspects who fled the scene in a single vehicle. Units from the Longueuil police service began a pursuit, tracking the vehicle as it left the city.
The chase continued into neighboring Montreal, where officers from the Montreal police force coordinated with their Longueuil counterparts. The suspect vehicle was intercepted on a major thoroughfare, and police moved in to detain the occupants. All eight individuals, identified as teenagers, were taken into custody without further incident.
Authorities confirmed that each of the eight teens was arrested on suspicion related to the armed assault. No injuries were reported among the public or the officers involved. The police have not disclosed the exact charges pending, but indicated that the investigation remains active and that additional details will be released as the case progresses.
The operation highlighted cooperation between Longueuil and Montreal law‑enforcement agencies in addressing crimes that cross municipal lines. Police emphasized that the swift response and coordinated effort were key to apprehending the suspects and preventing any further danger to the community.