Longueuil police confirm Brossard murder was femicide

Police truck in front of home where a 56-year-old man and a 54-year-old woman were found dead in Brossard, on Montreal’s South Shore on Feb 2, 2026. (Matt Tornabene, CityNews)

By The Canadian Press

Posted February 3, 2026 5:46 pm.

The Longueuil Agglomeration Police Service (SPAL) has confirmed the discovery of two bodies Monday in a Brossard home was the result of a femicide followed by a suicide.

The SPAL provided an update Tuesday, stating this conclusion is the result of its investigation.

According to police, 54-year-old Sonia Maricela Gonzalez Vasquez was killed before 56-year-old Marcos Amilcar Diaz Lopez took his own life.

The SPAL confirmed they had previously visited the address.

Police truck in front of home where a 56-year-old man and a 54-year-old woman were found dead in Brossard, on Montreal’s South Shore on Feb 2, 2-26. (Matt Tornabene, CityNews)

Police were called to the house around 12:45 a.m. Monday, where officers found two bodies, both showing signs of violence.

This murder is the sixth case of domestic violence reported in Quebec since the beginning of 2026.

–This report by La Presse Canadienne was translated by CityNews

If you are thinking about suicide or are concerned about a loved one, support workers are available 24/7 at 1-866-APPELLE (1-866-277-3553), by text message (535353) or by chat at suicide.ca.

If you need help, reach out. Call SOS violence conjugale 24/7 at 1-800-363-9010.

If you fear you may become violent towards your partner, call PRO-GAM for an appointment at 514-270-8462.

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