SPVM arrest suspect in relation to fake bomb threat at Montreal courthouse
Posted August 8, 2025 2:22 pm.
Last Updated August 8, 2025 2:25 pm.
Montreal police have arrested a 38-year-old suspect in connection with a fake bomb threat that targeted the Montreal courthouse on Wednesday.
At around 8:40 a.m. Wednesday, a threatening call was made to 911 regarding the courthouse on Notre-Dame Street E. and St-Laurent.
SPVM officers conducted checks inside and around the building, but nothing came of it.
In a press release, police say no suspicious package was located at the scene.
Investigators were able to identify the person making the threats. Police say the arrest was made exactly 24 hours later on Thursday, as part of a criminal investigation led by the South Regional Investigation Section, with support from the Cyber Investigation Unit.
Following the arrest, the suspect appeared in court and was charged with public mischief and uttering threats.
He will remain in custody pending further proceedings.
The SPVM asks anyone with information to contact 911 or their local police station.
