By Elishya Perera
MONTREAL, Canada (CWBN)_ Two people were stabbed to death and five injured in multiple locations in the in the Canadian city of Quebec last night (Oct 31).
The suspect, a man dressed in medieval clothing and armed with a sword, was arrested shortly before 1 a.m. (local time) today.
Quebec City police spokesperson Étienne Doyon said at a news conference that two people have been confirmed dead and five victims were injured, in a series of attacks that took place in multiple locations, including Des Remparts Street, Du Trésor, and Sainte-Anne streets, and near the Chateau Frontenac.
“On behalf of the Quebec City police, I want to offer my sincerest condolences to the loved ones and families of the people who died today,” Doyon said.
The police claim that according to the initial information, it appears that the suspect had acted for personal motives.
Police have advised residents in the area to stay indoors, as the investigations are ongoing.