Montreal police are investigating a second apparent arson attempt at a restaurant in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (N.D.G.) borough, raising serious concerns for local business owners and residents.
Early Morning Fire on Restaurant Terrace
Authorities were called to the scene on Somerled Avenue near Bessborough Avenue at approximately 2 a.m. on Thursday. The incident involved an attempt to ignite a fire on the establishment's outdoor terrace.
Montreal firefighters responded swiftly and managed to extinguish the flames quickly. According to official reports, the damage to the building was minor, likely due to the fast response.
Evidence Points to Deliberate Act
Investigators confirmed that flammable materials were discovered at the scene, leading them to believe the fire was deliberately set. The presence of these accelerants has prompted a criminal investigation.
As part of their probe, police will be reviewing footage from local surveillance cameras to identify any suspects or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident.
A Troubling Pattern Emerges
This is not the first time the restaurant has been targeted. Montreal police revealed that a similar fire occurred at the same location in June 2025, indicating a potential pattern or repeated targeting of the business.
The back-to-back incidents within a span of roughly seven months have unsettled the N.D.G. community. The police investigation is ongoing as they work to determine a motive and find those responsible for these dangerous acts.
