By Canadian Press

Suspect charged with attempted murder and assault after Quebec courthouse stabbing

Jan 10, 2024 | 9:56 AM

MONTREAL — The suspect in Tuesday’s stabbing at a courthouse near Montreal is facing multiple charges.

Alexandre Garcés, 44, is expected to appear in court today to be charged with attempted murder, assault with a weapon, aggravated assault and possession of a weapon. 

A 68-year-old man was seriously injured after being attacked on Tuesday at the courthouse in Longueuil, Que., southeast of Montreal.

A lawyer who witnessed the aftermath said the victim was a well-known court interpreter whose face and head were covered in blood after the attack. 

Police said today the victim’s life remains in danger. 

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They have said the suspect did not know the victim and the motive for the crime is unclear. 

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 10, 2023. 

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