Man, 24, dies after armed assault in Boucherville on Montreal’s South Shore

A Longueuil police crest is seen in Longueuil, Que., Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

By Jessica Barile

Posted March 20, 2025 10:37 am.

Last Updated March 20, 2025 2:49 pm.

A 24-year-old man has died after he was found with stab wounds to his upper body, following what appears to have been a stabbing that occurred early Thursday morning in Boucherville, on Montreal’s South Shore.

Longueuil Police (SPAL) were called to De Bresolettes street shortly after 6 a.m. to report a young man with multiple lacerations.

The victim was quickly located and taken to hospital for treatment of significant upper body injuries.

Police confirmed Thursday afternoon that he had died of his injuries.

He is not known to police.

A suspect has been arrested. An investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who has witnessed or can provide any relevant information to this investigation can contact SPAL via 911 or completely anonymously at the Info-Azimut Line at 450 646-8500.

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