This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI
On Thursday, October 17, the Laval Police Service (SPL) arrested a 14-year-old teenager in connection with alarming calls targeting various establishments in Laval over the past two weeks.
In recent days, several establishments received threatening calls, leading to precautionary lockdowns in some schools.
Although these threats were unfounded, the SPL, the Laval School Service Center, and other partners worked together and made no compromises regarding public safety.
“A significant police investigation began, and our teams spared no effort to ensure the safety of everyone,” stated Laval police in a press release.
Chain of Events
Recall that on Wednesday, October 9, Poly-Jeunesse Secondary School in Fabreville and the Laval School of Specialized Trades in Chomedey both received threatening calls, triggering barricaded precautionary lockdowns.
On Tuesday, October 15, it was the turn of L’Odyssée-des-Jeunes and Georges-Vanier Secondary Schools to experience a similar situation.
The following day, Wednesday, October 16, the situation escalated further with at least four establishments called, including the secondary institutions of Saint-Maxime, Saint-Martin, La Croisée, and even a primary school in Sainte-Dorothée.
First Appearance
On Thursday, October 17, SPL investigators, assisted by the Azimut squad, arrested the young suspect at his family home.
A search was also conducted to shed light on the recent events. The suspect was taken to the Detention Center, where he was questioned by investigators from the General Crimes squad.
He appeared in the Youth Chamber of the Quebec Court on charges of making threats, public mischief, and breaching conditions.
He remains in custody and will return to court on Monday, October 21.
Investigation Ongoing
Despite this arrest, the investigation continues. SPL patrol officers will maintain increased visibility in multiple public locations.
“Our priority remains to ensure safe environments for all students and the Laval population,” emphasized the SPL in its communication to the media.
Useful Information
The SPL wants to remind that anyone who makes a call to 911 or triggers a false police investigation can face criminal charges, starting from the age of 12.
“We encourage parents to educate their youth about the repercussions of their actions,” concluded Laval police in their statement.
Anyone with information regarding these events can confidentially contact the SPL information line at 450 662-INFO (4636) or 911, mentioning event number LVL-241016-023.
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