By Canadian Press

Police make arrests in ‘large-scale operation’ against organized crime across Quebec

Jun 12, 2025 | 8:52 AM

MONTREAL — Quebec police say about 150 officers were deployed early in the morning across the province for a “large-scale operation” against organized crime.

Police say they were making numerous arrests.

Officers have been deployed in Montreal, Laval, Blainville, Shefford, St-Lazare, Repentigny, Quebec City and Rosemère.

News reports say some of the people arrested include members of the reputed Rizzuto crime family.

Montreal police and provincial police are holding a joint news conference this morning to provide an update.

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Police say their operation strikes a major blow against organized crime.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 12, 2025.

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