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Charges Against 11 Youths Suspended in Connection with Teen Slain by Police
The stay follows new evidence that raised a complex legal issue, and the charges could be resumed within one year, prosecutors said.
On Wednesday, Quebec's Crown prosecutor stayed charges against 11 youths in Longueuil after the DPCP cited new evidence raising a "complex legal issue" in the case.
The accused, aged 13 to 17, faced charges including conspiracy to kidnap and assault, stemming from events preceding the Sept 2025 shooting when Longueuil police responded to a "group of armed people."
Under Section 579 of the Criminal Code, the DPCP filed a nolle prosequi, temporarily suspending the proceedings while allowing potential resumption within one year pending further analysis and consultations.
Parallel inquiries include investigations by The BEI and Montreal police into the shooting; families of the teens and Nooran Rezayi have filed lawsuits seeking $1.9 million and $2.2 million in damages.
The DPCP stated it cannot provide further comments, aiming to "avoid jeopardizing" any possible resumption of proceedings and protect the integrity of ongoing legal proceedings related to the events.