Death of 4-year-old boy under investigation: Laval police

Laval police are investigating the death of a four-year-old boy who was found unconscious inside a residence on Saturday evening in the Pont-Viau sector.

Police say an autopsy will be performed on the body of the young victim to find out the exact cause of death.

A 911 call was made around 6:40 p.m. concerning an unconscious child that led the emergency services to the home on Bazin Avenue.

Authorities say the boy was in cardiopulmonary arrest when officers arrived on the scene.

READ MORE: Quebec government to ease COVID restrictions, cut physical distancing to one metre

Get daily National news

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.

Sign up for daily National newsletter Get Started

By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Laval police spokesperson Stéphanie Beshara said police officers began emergency maneuvers to resuscitating the victim until paramedics arrived and took over.

The child was taken to hospital where his death was confirmed.

Police cannot confirm the circumstances around the incident.

According to authorities, three people were present at the residence during the incident and they will all be interrogated by police.

–with files from The Canadian Press

1:15 Montreal-area police crack down on suspected drug trafficking ring

• Montreal-area police crack down on suspected drug trafficking ring
• Tornado touches down near Montreal, kills one
• Outrage grows after video appears to show Montreal police officer pressing knee against Black youth’s neck
• Hair salon owner alleges racial profiling by Montreal police
• Police watchdog’s statement after Montreal man’s death lacked transparency, impartiality: Judge
• Longueuil police force takes on new approach to policing

Previous Video

Next Video