Three Men Charged with First-Degree Murder in Organized Crime Killing at Montreal Car Wash
The Incident
The homicide occurred on April 12, 2022, at approximately 10:40 a.m., when a 51-year-old man was shot multiple times while seated inside his vehicle at the entrance of a car wash on Metropolitain Boulevard, near the corner of Lacordaire Boulevard in the east-end borough of Saint-Leonard.
The victim was rushed to hospital in critical condition and died shortly after arrival. The killing marked the sixth homicide on the Island of Montreal that year and drew immediate attention from investigators due to its brazen, daylight character.
According to investigators, the suspects fled the scene in a vehicle, which was found burned in the same area shortly after the shooting. The ruthless efficiency of the attack and the rapid disposal of evidence suggested a professional operation with clear underworld connections.
Charged Suspects
The Service de police de la Ville de Montreal (SPVM) identified the suspects as Patrick Robert, 52, Michel Duci, 56, and Andre Carrier, 58. All three were taken into custody on May 27, 2026, during coordinated arrests carried out in the municipalities of Terrebonne, Mascouche, and L’Epiphanie, all located in the greater Montreal region.
They appeared by video conference in court Wednesday afternoon and each face first-degree murder charges.
| Suspect | Age | Location of Arrest | Charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick Robert | 52 | Terrebonne | First-Degree Murder |
| Michel Duci | 56 | Mascouche | First-Degree Murder |
| Andre Carrier | 58 | L’Epiphanie | First-Degree Murder |
Investigation Timeline
Key Events
- April 12, 2022: 51-year-old victim shot multiple times at Saint-Leonard car wash; later dies in hospital.
- 2022-2026: SPVM major crimes unit conducts extensive investigation over four years.
- Throughout Investigation: Multiple searches conducted at properties linked to suspects.
- Before Arrests: Completed investigative file submitted to Crown prosecutors for review.
- May 27, 2026: Coordinated arrests executed across three Montreal-area municipalities.
- May 27, 2026: All three suspects appear in court via video conference and are charged with first-degree murder.
Organized Crime Connection
Police have confirmed the homicide is believed to be connected to organized crime, though specific gang or criminal organization affiliations have not been made public at this stage. Evidence gathered during the multi-year probe will be presented in court.
Investigation Details
- Investigative Period: Four years of sustained investigation by SPVM major crimes unit.
- Evidence Gathered: Searches conducted at properties linked to all three suspects.
- Legal Process: Completed file submitted to Crown prosecutors before arrests authorized.
- Crime Scene: Victim shot while seated in vehicle at car wash entrance in broad daylight.
- Aftermath: Suspects’ getaway vehicle found burned in the same area.
The arrests arrive in the context of a broader and sustained crackdown on organized crime in the Montreal region, where police have made sweeping takedowns of Mafia, Hells Angels, and street gang networks over recent years. Daylight shootings linked to underworld conflicts have increasingly drawn scrutiny and resources from law enforcement.
How to Report
Anyone with additional information about this case is urged to contact 911 or submit anonymous tips to Info-Crime Montreal.