West Island daycare target of possible arson

Superkidz daycare on Pierrefonds boulevard near Fredmir street has been the target of arson three times. Photo Credit: Matt Tornabene/CityNews

By Tina Tenneriello

Posted October 17, 2022 10:55 am.

Last Updated October 17, 2022 11:15 am.

Montreal police are investigating a case of possible arson at a daycare on the West Island early morning Sunday.

Fire responders were called to a fire at the Superkidz daycare on Pierrefonds boulevard near Fredmir street at around 2:30 a.m.

The flames were quickly put out and no one was injured.

Authorities have reasons to believe this fire is criminal.

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This is the third time in three years that the Superkidz daycare has been the target of arson.

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