Montreal police are treating the death of a 45‑year‑old woman discovered on September 22 in a downtown apartment as a suspected homicide. Officers from the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) responded to the scene after the woman was found unresponsive, and a preliminary investigation has been opened to determine the circumstances surrounding her death.
The investigation is ongoing, and detectives have not released further details about the victim’s identity, the location of the apartment, or any potential leads. The SPVM confirmed that the case is being handled as a homicide, but no information about a suspect or motive has been made public at this time.
This incident marks the 19th homicide recorded in Montreal during the calendar year 2026. The city’s homicide rate for the year has therefore risen to 19 cases, according to the police department’s latest statistics. While the overall number of violent crimes fluctuates, the increase in homicide counts has drawn attention from law‑enforcement officials and community members alike.
Authorities have asked anyone with relevant information to contact the police, though specific instructions for tips are not included in this report. The SPVM continues to gather evidence from the scene, including forensic analysis and witness statements, as part of its standard investigative procedures.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and additional information becomes available. The police department emphasizes that the case remains active and that they are pursuing all avenues to identify any individuals involved in the woman’s death.