Advertisement

Suspicious death of woman under investigation by Montreal police

Click to play video: 'Canada’s homicide reaches an all-time high in over 30 years'
Canada’s homicide reaches an all-time high in over 30 years
RELATED - According to statics Canada, for the fourth consecutive year, the homicide rate in Canada has increased, reaching the highest level in 30 years. To get a better understanding of these concerning trends, Antony Robart speaks with Kaitlynn Mendes, an associate professor of sociology at Western University – Dec 4, 2023

Montreal police are investigating the suspicious death of a 58-year-old woman in the city’s east end Wednesday.

Authorities were first called to a home on d’Aubigny Avenue around 3:45 a.m. in the Anjou borough.

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

Get breaking National news

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

The woman was found unconscious and in cardiac arrest. Police say her death was confirmed by paramedics at the scene.

Police launched an investigation to shed light on the circumstances surrounding her death. The cause remains unknown.

An autopsy will be done in the coming days, according to police.

No arrests have been made.

Investigators remained at scene in the morning and a safety perimetre was set up in the area.

Sponsored content

AdChoices