Police dismantle pro-Palestinian encampment in Montreal
CTV
A police operation is currently underway at the pro-Palestinian encampment at Square Victoria in downtown Montreal.
Police have cleared protesters from the pro-Palestinian encampment that was set up last month at Square Victoria in downtown Montreal.
City workers are now removing fencing and tearing down tarps.
During the police operation that began around 4 a.m., an 18-year-old man was arrested.
According to police, the man had allegedly pointed a laser into the eyes of police officers a few days ago, with at least one officer temporarily injured.
"The SPVM is working in support with the City of Montreal at Square Victoria," said Véronique Dubuc, a spokesperson with Montreal police.
She would not give further details.
Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante will be giving a press conference at 11:15 a.m.
