Lorraine Carpenter, Local Journalism Initiative reporter

Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante has reacted to the murder of Narjess Ben Yedder in Pointe-aux-Trembles this morning. A suspect, reportedly the woman’s husband, has been arrested.

Plante expressed her condolences to the victim’s family and neighbourhood.

“Another femicide has shaken Montreal. This is unacceptable. Violence against women and girls must end. I offer my condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim as well as to the entire community of Pointe-aux-Trembles.”

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