The Montreal Metropolitan Police Service (SPVM) is investigating a mysterious shooting by one of its officers at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, Radio-Canada has learned.
According to our information, a Montreal police officer was shot with a long gun on January 28.
It would be an accident. According to our information, the agent's finger accidentally ended up on the trigger while passing through a door between two sections of the airport.
The incident took place in an isolated part of the terminal, which is not frequented by passengers and the police officer was alone. There were no injuries
Communication section of SPVM is explained in writing.
In fact, according to our information, the act was allegedly done in an airport hangar.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting are unclear.
SPVM is treating this situation with utmost seriousness. Public safety is paramount and an investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances of the incident. We stay in touch with our airport partners to inform them of our efforts and answer their questions.
At this time, there are reportedly no disciplinary actions or criminal charges in the matter.
SPVM would like to reassure users and people working at Montreal-Trudeau Airport. All necessary measures will be taken to ensure that such a situation does not recur.
The police department concluded in writing.
