The suspected Montreal shooter, accused of killing three people in a series of attacks on June 23, 2026, was described as an introvert who 'avoided people' by a former neighbour in Lethbridge, Alberta.
Neighbour's Account
John Smith, who lived next door to the suspect in Lethbridge for two years, told reporters that the suspect kept to himself and rarely interacted with others. 'He was very quiet, almost reclusive. He avoided people whenever possible,' Smith said. 'I never imagined he could be involved in something like this.'
The suspect, identified as 32-year-old Marc Tremblay, was arrested on June 24 after a police manhunt that lasted several hours. He is charged with three counts of first-degree murder and two counts of attempted murder.
Details of the Attacks
According to Montreal police, the shootings occurred at three separate locations in the city's Plateau-Mont-Royal borough. The first incident took place at a café on Avenue du Mont-Royal, where two people were killed. The second shooting happened near a park, killing one person. Two others were injured in a third incident before the suspect fled.
Police have not yet established a motive for the attacks. However, investigators are looking into the suspect's background, including his time in Lethbridge, where he lived until six months ago.
Impact on the Community
The shootings have left the Montreal community in shock. A vigil was held on June 24 at the site of the first attack, drawing hundreds of mourners. The city's mayor, Valérie Plante, called for unity and condemned the violence. 'We must come together to support the families of the victims and ensure such tragedies do not happen again,' she said.
The suspect is scheduled to appear in court on June 25. He is being held without bail.
