A young man was killed in a Terrebonne park during a violent altercation on Friday evening. The incident occurred near École Primaire de la Sablière.
Details of the Incident
Police from the Terrebonne Police Service received a call around 9 PM. Officers arrived at Angora Park and discovered a male victim suffering from severe injuries. Despite efforts to save him, he was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Victim Information
- Age: 18 to 20 years old
Camille Savoie, spokesperson for the Sûreté du Québec (SQ), confirmed the victim’s age. The event is being treated as a homicide, and the investigation has been assigned to the SQ’s Crimes Against Person division.
Investigation Underway
On Saturday morning, a forensic technician, an investigator, and a police dog were on-site to gather evidence. Initial findings suggest a potential link to another incident nearby.
Related Incident
Another young man was reportedly struck by a vehicle that did not stop to assist him. Police are actively searching for this victim to conduct further questioning.
- Call for Public Assistance: Authorities urge anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward.
Savoie indicated that the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run has been located, along with the suspected driver. Investigators plan to meet with this individual soon.
Community Reaction
Mathieu Traversy, recently re-elected mayor of Terrebonne, expressed his sadness over the event. The community is urged to stay vigilant and report any relevant information to the authorities.
