Suspect in custody after two killed in Quebec City stabbing attack

Sunday, 1 November 2020 10:30

At least two people have been killed and five others injured in the Canadian city of Quebec after they were attacked by a man "dressed in medieval clothes".

The attack on Saturday night happened near the national assembly and a man in his mid-20s was arrested just before 1:00 am (local time).

According to officials, the man attacked "multiple victims" with a bladed weapon.

People have been asked to remain indoors as the police determine the motive behind the killing.

Le poste de commandement du @SPVQ_police est déployé devant l'hôtel du Parlement du Québec. pic.twitter.com/WEjxJeqquK
— ICI Québec (@iciquebec) November 1, 2020

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