Possible arson under investigation in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Aftermath of a fire at a residential building that accommodates clientele with special needs in Hochelaga on Jan. 5, 2025. (Martin Daigle, CityNews)

Posted January 5, 2026 7:54 am.

Last Updated January 5, 2026 11:01 am.

Montreal police (SPVM) are investigating a possible arson after a fire was reported early this morning at a residential building that accommodates clientele with special needs in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve.

Authorities received several 911 calls around 2 a.m. reporting flames near the intersection of Bruxelles and Sainte-Claire streets.

A mattress burnt after a fire at a residential building that accommodates clientele with special needs in Hochelaga on Jan. 5, 2025. (Martin Daigle, CityNews)

The Montreal fire department was already on scene when police arrived and quickly brought the situation under control. Officials report only minor damage to the building and confirmed that no one was injured.

Sign at a residential building that accommodates clientele with special needs that caught on fire in Hochelaga on Jan. 5, 2025. (Martin Daigle, CityNews)

While no incendiary devices were found at the scene, SPVM say there are elements suggesting a criminal nature. The case has now been handed over to the arson unit, and nearby surveillance camera footage will be reviewed as part of the investigation.

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