Montreal police say a 15‑year‑old boy was rushed to hospital on Sunday after his moped struck a vehicle in the Les Cèdres neighbourhood. The collision, which occurred in the early hours, left the teenager with serious injuries, prompting emergency responders to transport him to a nearby medical centre. Officers from the Sûreté du Québec arrived at the scene, secured the area and began collecting evidence.
According to the investigation, the moped and an unidentified motor vehicle made contact on a residential street, sending the young rider to the ground. Bystanders called for help and paramedics provided immediate care before moving the victim to hospital. The exact cause of the crash has not yet been determined, and no other parties were reported injured.
The Sûreté du Québec has appealed to the public for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. Potential witnesses are asked to contact the police with any information that could help reconstruct the events leading up to the collision. Authorities stress that even brief observations could be valuable to the ongoing inquiry.
Les Cèdres, a residential district on the island of Montreal, features narrow streets that are frequently used by cyclists and moped riders. The early‑morning traffic at the time of the crash was reported to be light, according to local observations, which may aid investigators in reconstructing vehicle movements.
Hospital officials declined to release further details about the teenager’s medical status, confirming only that his injuries are classified as serious and that he remains under care. No statements have been made by family members.
Investigators from the Sûreté du Québec indicated that they will examine any available dash‑cam or surveillance recordings and will interview drivers of nearby vehicles. The police department reiterated that cooperation from the community is essential to determine factors such as speed, visibility and possible right‑of‑way violations.