Constable Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, 34, was killed in a shootout in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood on June 22, 2026.His funeral procession and public memorial at the Bell Centre drew thousands of police officers, family, and community members.The incident also claimed the life of bystander Michel Mizrahi and injured another officer.Benredouane's family, including his twin brother Ahmed Roshdy and sister Lina, paid tribute to his service and sacrifice.Montreal police chief Fady Dagher emphasized the importance of uniting as a community to mourn the loss.The event marked the first SPVM officer fatality in 24 years.
The city created a condolence book for public submissions, and Quebec officials highlighted the officer's ultimate sacrifice to protect strangers.
Original title: With grief and gratitude, Montreal and family honour police officer killed in line of duty
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