A man was stabbed in Montreal’s Plateau-Mont‑Royal neighbourhood on Friday afternoon, authorities said. The incident occurred at 13:48:12 GMT, prompting a police response and a search for the individual believed to be responsible.
Police officers arrived at the scene shortly after the reported stabbing and secured the area. The victim, identified only as a man, was attended to by emergency medical personnel before being transported for further care. No additional injuries were reported.
The suspect fled the scene immediately after the attack. Law enforcement officials confirmed that the individual remains at large and that a citywide search is underway. Officers are canvassing the surrounding streets and reviewing any available surveillance footage to locate the perpetrator.
Plateau‑Mont‑Royal, a densely populated district in Montreal, is known for its mixed‑use streets and active pedestrian traffic. Police have urged residents and visitors to remain vigilant while investigations continue.
As of the latest update, no arrests have been made and no further details about the motive or circumstances of the stabbing have been released. The investigation remains open, and authorities are continuing to gather information to identify and apprehend the suspect.
Police have not disclosed any description of the suspect beyond the fact that the individual left the scene on foot. The search effort includes coordination with nearby precincts and the deployment of officers to key locations within the neighbourhood.
The incident adds to ongoing concerns about public safety in the area, and police have reiterated their commitment to solving the case promptly. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.