Man, 43, shot and injured in Montreal North
Montreal police investigate after a man was shot in Montreal North on Feb. 22, 2024. (Cosmo Santamaria / CTV News)
A 43-year-old man was shot and injured Thursday evening in Montreal North.
Montreal police (SPVM) were called to the corner of Ernest-Robitaille Avenue and Arthur-Chevrier Street around 5:10 p.m.
The victim was shot in the lower body and rushed to hospital, but authorities do not fear for his life.
He was known to police, the SPVM confirmed.
A security perimeter was set up while investigators conducted their work. No arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.
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