On Sunday afternoon, September 20, 2026, an airport security agent was struck by a vehicle on the grounds of Montréal‑Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Quebec provincial police confirmed the collision and said the officer was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
The incident occurred within the airport’s operational area, though exact coordinates have not been released. Emergency services responded promptly, transporting the injured security officer by ambulance to a nearby medical facility. No additional injuries were reported among other personnel or passengers present at the time.
Police officials identified the individual involved as a member of the airport’s security team. While the officer’s condition has not been publicly disclosed, authorities indicated that medical staff are attending to him at the hospital. The vehicle involved in the collision has been secured for examination, and no further details about its driver or ownership have been released.
Quebec provincial police have opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage from the airport, gathering statements from witnesses, and conducting a thorough analysis of the scene. At this stage, no arrests have been made, and the police have not ruled out any potential causes, including driver error or mechanical failure.
The investigation remains active, with authorities urging anyone who may have observed the event to cooperate with the ongoing inquiry. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available, and the police will continue to assess safety protocols at the airport in light of the incident.