The Sûreté du Québec has issued an alert naming 19-year-old Ayoub Mohamed as a person of interest in a fatal shooting and warned that he may be travelling on foot through parts of Laval and nearby municipalities.
Where police think the suspect may be
Investigators say Mohamed is wanted in connection with a homicide that took place on Sept. 4 in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, where the victim, identified by police as Jordan Gagné, was shot outside a barber shop on Alexandre Street and later died of his injuries at hospital.
The SQ said Mohamed may be in Terrebonne, Laval, Dollard-des-Ormeaux or elsewhere in the West Island of Montreal and that he is believed to move on foot. Residents in those areas are being asked to be vigilant.
Physical description and disguise
Police have circulated a physical profile and warned that the suspect may be attempting to change his appearance. According to the SQ, Mohamed stands about 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs around 140 pounds. When last seen he had a thin moustache, but investigators say he may have shaved his head and cover the lower part of his face with a bandana in public.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Ayoub Mohamed |
| Age | 19 |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
| Approx. weight | 140 lb |
| Last noted features | Thin moustache; may have shaved head; may wear bandana covering lower face |
Police advice to the public
Authorities emphasise that anyone who believes they have seen Mohamed should not try to make contact or intervene. The SQ's message to the public is blunt and consistent:
Do not approach the suspect; if you see him, call 911 immediately.
In addition to calling emergency services, people with information that could assist the investigation are asked to contact the SQ’s criminal information line at 1-800-659-4264.
- Do not attempt to confront or detain the person.
- Note location, direction of travel and any vehicles or companions if it is safe to do so.
- Call 911 immediately; for non-urgent tips, contact the SQ tip line above.
Local context and implications for Laval
While the homicide occurred in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, the SQ’s statement that the suspect may be on foot and present in Laval heightens concerns for residents and local businesses. Public appeals from provincial police often trigger increased patrols and co-ordinated checks at transit hubs and commercial corridors. Laval Municipal Police and neighbouring forces typically liaise with the SQ in such situations, although the SQ is leading this investigation.
For Laval residents, the immediate impact is practical: remain alert in public spaces, especially near transit stops or places where a person might seek shelter. Businesses whose staff interact closely with customers — barbers, restaurants and retail outlets — should be aware of the description and follow safety protocols if they believe the suspect is on the premises.
The SQ provided this profile and these instructions to help locate Mohamed quickly while protecting public safety. Anyone with potentially relevant information is asked to contact the authorities rather than take independent action.
WE NEWS will continue to monitor developments and will publish updates as the Sûreté du Québec provides further information.
