Overview

• The daytime attack was reported around 10:30 a.m. at a commercial plaza near a Starbucks by Highway 440 and 100th Avenue in Laval.
• Radio-Canada sources identified the deceased as Charalambos Theologou, known as Bobby the Greek, an alleged local organized-crime figure.
• Two others were wounded, with outlets differing on the severity of their injuries, and officials said the victims were possibly connected to one another.
• The Sûreté du Québec took over the case from Laval police, set up a large security perimeter, and said they are seeking one or more suspects.
• Quebec’s public security minister said indications point to a targeted organized-crime hit, and local leaders pledged heightened police visibility after bystanders sheltered during the chaotic scene.