A man was shot and died at a restaurant in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield on the evening of Friday, September 4, 2026. The Sûreté du Québec confirmed the fatality and announced that an investigation has been opened.
The shooting occurred inside a dining establishment in the city, but police have not released the name of the venue or the identity of the victim. Responding officers arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported. The investigation is being led by the Sûreté du Québec, which has taken control of the case.
According to the police report, one person was killed and no other injuries were reported. As of the latest update, no arrests have been made. Investigators are collecting evidence and speaking with witnesses to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The Sûreté du Québec has not disclosed a motive or any details about the weapon used. The agency indicated that it will continue to work with local authorities to piece together what transpired and to identify any individuals who may have been involved.
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, a city in southwestern Quebec, has not experienced a similar incident in recent months. The community is awaiting further information as the police investigation proceeds. Officials have asked anyone with relevant information to come forward, though they have not provided a public tip line in the release.
The incident adds to a broader pattern of violent crime that provincial police monitor across the region. The Sûreté du Québec said it will release additional findings as the investigation develops, and that the case remains active.