A 17-year-old teenager died in hospital after being shot Thursday evening in the Plateau-Mont-Royal borough of Montreal.
Gunfire was reported at the corner of Roy and Rivard streets around 6:50 p.m. Thursday, police said.
The victim was found in critical condition and rushed to hospital where he later died from his injuries.
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One or more suspects reportedly fled the scene before officers arrived, according to police.
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Police continue to interview witnesses and the canine unit is helping with the investigation.
This is the first homicide on the island of Montreal in 2022.
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