Six people report feeling 'sharp prick' in back of body at Montreal festival: police
Six people reported sudden symptoms after feeling a sharp prick at the festival, prompting a criminal investigation by Montreal police, who advise vigilance at large events.
- On Aug. 15, 2025, Montreal police opened a criminal investigation into six people reporting a 'sharp prick' at ÎLESONIQ in Parc Jean-Drapeau.
- Working with security teams from the festival, Montreal police collaborated between Aug. 9 and 10, with SPVM urging vigilance at large gatherings.
- SPVM said the six attendees reported a sharp prick in the back and some later felt dizzy in the ÎLESONIQ music festival crowd.
- To aid the probe, SPVM asked anyone who thinks they may have been a victim to contact 911 or Info-Crime Montréal at 514 393-1133, with rewards of up to $3,000.
- SPVM stated it's too early to release more information or confirm if incidents are linked, as investigation details remain limited.
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Six people report feeling 'sharp prick' in back of body at Montreal festival: police
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