On October 25, a demonstration in Montreal against police misconduct and rising living costs resulted in four arrests, and a police officer was suspended after allegedly urinating on homeless individuals.
Protesters gathered to demand an end to police brutality and to call for action on the high cost of living. The Montreal Police Service intervened, leading to the arrests.
The officer involved was placed on suspension pending further investigation. The incident occurs amid growing unrest in the city over police behavior and economic pressures, which has sparked several demonstrations and disciplinary measures within the police force.