On June 13, 2026, the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) announced that it has opened an internal investigation concerning sixteen officers assigned to a police station in the Montreal‑North neighbourhood. The inquiry was initiated after allegations of racism were raised against the officers involved.

The investigation focuses on the conduct of the sixteen officers and seeks to determine whether any actions or statements violated departmental policies or the law. SPVM has not released further details about the nature of the allegations or the specific incidents that prompted the probe. The agency confirmed that the investigation is being conducted in accordance with its standard procedures for handling complaints of this type.

Community members in Montreal‑North responded to the announcement with a mixture of shock and resignation. While many expressed surprise at the news that a formal investigation was now underway, they also indicated that they were not taken aback by the emergence of racism claims directed at the Montreal police force. The reactions reflect a broader public awareness of ongoing concerns about racial bias within policing in the city.

The launch of the probe comes at a time when the SPVM is under heightened scrutiny over its relationship with diverse communities. By opening the investigation, the police service signaled its intention to address the allegations through its internal mechanisms. No further information about potential disciplinary outcomes or timelines for the investigation has been made public.

The development underscores the continued dialogue between law‑enforcement agencies and the communities they serve, particularly regarding issues of equity and accountability. As the investigation proceeds, both the SPVM and local residents will be watching for any findings or recommendations that emerge from the review of the sixteen officers’ conduct.

The situation remains fluid, and updates are expected as the internal inquiry advances, though the police department has not indicated when conclusions might be reached or what actions could follow.

The community’s response highlights the persistent concern over racial issues within policing, even as the official investigation moves forward.