human Head Discovered in Montreal‘s Rivière des Prairies
Montreal, Quebec – September 8, 2025 - A human head was discovered in the Rivière des Prairies in Montreal on Sunday, September 7, 2025, prompting a police investigation. The grim discovery was made in the Ahuntsic-Cartierville borough, raising concerns among local residents and authorities.
The finding initiates a major-case investigation by the Service de police de la Ville de montréal (SPVM). While the circumstances surrounding the discovery remain unclear, investigators are working to identify the victim and determine the cause of death. The incident has unsettled the typically quiet residential area, and police are appealing for any information the public may have.
André Maisonneuve, a resident walking with his partner, expressed surprise at the discovery. “We walk here once a week,and we were very surprised to see this,” he stated. He further commented on the neighborhood’s peaceful nature, noting, “It’s a stunning neighborhood, there’s a super beautiful park nearby. This is the first time there’s been a deployment like this in the area. It’s certainly worrying, and we’re wondering what happened.”
Authorities have indicated it is currently too early to determine if the incident constitutes a criminal act. The SPVM’s forensic teams are meticulously examining the scene and conducting a thorough search of the surrounding area.
With information from Maxime Deland and Zoé Arcand.
