Montreal police are searching for at least two suspects wanted in connection with an arson attack in a restaurant in Old Montreal.
Shortly after midnight Monday, a 911 call was made reporting a fire on the corner of Notre-Dame Street and St-Claude Street.
According to police, witnesses reported seeing two people throw an incendiary device through the front door of the Tasse & Coupe Bistro before running off.
Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze and damage to the restaurant was limited.
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Police said there were no reports of injuries.
The suspects have yet to be identified and the arson squad is attempting to uncover the motive behind the attack.
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